loved the animal connection
349037
This was a very good read. Liked all the twist and turns.  There were some gramar mistakes.
1251108
I loved this book. Animals play such a big part in our lives, especially when we are children. This book touches on companionship, family, changes that we expierence, loyalty and adventure. This is a wonderful book that anyone any, age would enjoy.
4711784
This book was about family and friends and the bonds we share with them and our pets.  I thought it was so comforting and I couldn't put it down. I finished it in two days. It was easy to picture the characters and their home and community. It made me want to visit NYC again. It makes you realize in such a big city, there are little pockets of neighborhoods that are close knit. I had a blonde cocker spaniel for 9 years that I loved like a human. He was my first dog as an adult. My whole family treated him like a human and it about killed me when I had to euthanize him. He was my baby so I could relate to Glenn Paskin's experiences. His close relationship to Pearl was so touching also and I cried at the end for her and Katie. A very beautiful story.
2188360
If you have ever experienced the love and loss of a pet, this book will take you on an emotional journey of hope and healing. As told through the thoughts of his dog, BK adopts, loves and loses his beloved animals all while trying to find his own path in life. This story is one I couldn't put down. Each chapter compelled me to read further as I learned how the animals came into BK's life and the circumstances that surrounded their death. I laughed, cried and was sometimes shocked at the stories and events in this remarkable book. I highly recommend this book to all animal lovers.
2984135
"Ask Bob: A Novel" by Peter Gethers is about one of New York's leading vets. Now the thing about Bob is he has an easier time understanding animals and relating to them than he does to humans. I think more than one of us can relate this very well. This book takes us on an often funny, sometimes pulling at your heart journey looking at Bob and those people in his life. It reminded me of a different flavor of James Herriot. The American big city version!

This book really flows and was a quicker read than I expected. It kept me riveted to my chair forgetting about everything else until the cats reminded me of their need to eat.

Gethers did a one heck of great job with this book. I loved it. I've got to read more of his work.
2775167
While one aspect of this book is about our relationship to significant animals in our lives, for me it was about dealing with grief and learning how to let go and go on when it seems impossible.  I found it to be very empathetic and well written - it felt like being with a good friend.  Wonderful!
3646132
I throughly enjoyed reading this book. The characters were interesting and well developed. My emotions ran the gambit of laughter and tears as the relationships between friends and stangers unfolded. The book was quick and easy reading and difficult to lay aside once captivated by the story line. If you are an animal lover such as myself you will enjoy the antidotes weaved into the plot about a variety of animal characters. The passionate scenes between women was powerful and real. I applaud the writer's abilty to emotionally move the reader. One relates easily to the characters as they experience the trials and tribulations of their lives in the aftermath of the Vietnam War era.
3511498
I loved this book. In many cases I cried because I'm a softy when it comes to dogs. I felt a connection to this story because I too have an Australian Shep and he is a handfull with all of his issues, so it was inspirational to hear how someone else has dealt with those same issues. There is no love like a dog's love wheather they can see, hear or not.
3073707
It made me so much more aware about animal communication especially with my 2 dogs. I begin to notice what they are trying to communicate to me and am trying to reciprocate telepathic responses and energy. The ending chapter on letting go and grief gave me much comfort.
A must read for anyone who loves animals.
1675594
This book is not only enjoyable and heartwarming to read, but it raises awareness to the powerful connection between humans and animals. By shedding light on the programs and success stories that go with them, the field of animal assisted therapy gets a boost. In a world full of violence, fear and overwhelming negativity, it's so refreshing to read stories that inspire and rejuvenate the soul. A must-read for the animal lover!
4696145
I have to start out by admitting that Jack and Vicki are good friends of ours and so I thought I knew Jack pretty well but after reading his book it helped me to better understand more about him and what they have been through from the cancer scare to his utmost compassion for animals and why he became a Veterinarian because of that compassion.

I really enjoyed reading this book.  It was very hard for me to set it down as I just could not wait to get to his next story.  I am a huge dog lover and I particular enjoyed reading about his very close relationships with his special dogs throughout his life.

Also, I am glad to say that now hearing this directly from a Veterinarian, that dogs can read/sense human emotions and feelings good or bad.  I have always felt that as I have had similar experiences with my dogs.

In a nut shell...this book leaves one feeling warm on the inside.
3742956
I loved it.  would recommend reading this book especially if you are an animal lover...
2017499
Margaret Ludwig wrote a wonderful and lovely story about a Dog I would love to meet, talk to and know.  Her story made obvious how much she loved her animal friends.
4108056
I really enjoyed this book on a couple of different levels. Number one it's about dogs, especially those that are in dire need. It is heartwarming to see two people that start out and persevere in their desire to truly make a difference in the lives of so many dogs. The second part that I really loved though were the deep connections and the metaphysical aspects of our (human beings) existence and how we are indeed connected to all other life in general.

The individual stories of the dogs and the countryside of northern New Mexico were inspiring and knowing the area only made it more interesting. The real bonuses came though as Mr. Kotler explored the details, the setbacks and joys of the work that he and his wife got themselves into. When he then tied in so much of the new research about animal behavior and how we are intricately linked with both it and the overall environment of the earth itself it tended to both confirm some of my own ideas as well as give me pause about where we ourselves are headed as a species. We tend to forget that we are just one of many species of animals on earth and although incredibly successful in many regards our successes are not without risk, both to ourselves as well as the entire environment of the planet that sustains both us and all life on it!

I definitely recommend this book for any people who are interested in both our long history with dogs as well as our place in nature.
776820
Loved the story very inspiring and couldn't stop reading the love inspired story regarding animal love and love people have for one another and their pets which are family members too
2667688
I was Blown away by the connection I felt when I read the book. Am looking forward to the next one.
3144940
This book is a great book for animal lovers. The gentleman who rescused these animals is a very dedicated animal lover. He also is a great person who knows how to treat animals, but also has great respect for them. The stories are very heart warming and shows us a side to "show business" that we usually are not aware of in our day to day lives.  It is very enjoyable and good for vacations or a Sunday afternoon instead of TV.