Ptsd Dog

When US Marine Rob Kugler returns from war not only had he given up a year of his life in service to his country, but he had also lost a brother in the fighting as well. Lost in grief, Rob finds solace and relief in the one thing that never fails to put a smile on his face: his chocolate lab, Bella. Exceptionally friendly, and always with - you wouldn’t believe it - a smile on her face, Bella is the friend Rob needs, and they spend their days exploring nature and taking photos. But then Bella develops a limp in her front leg. It’s cancer.

This is the very raw story of a man who served his country, fought in the Falklands, and then, had extreme difficulty adjusting after the war. But it is actually much more than that. Yes, like many veterans of combat he fought - and continues to fight - with post-traumatic stress disorder. However, the factors leading to his PTSD began long before he ever put on his uniform and picked up a gun.

You brought home an adorable Labrador Retriever, thinking they’d be the perfect family dog—loyal, loving, and obedient. But now, just a few weeks in, you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, and questioning your decision. Your Labrador is chewing up furniture, shoes, and anything left on the floor. They pull so hard on the leash that walks are a nightmare. Potty training isn’t working—you’re cleaning up accidents at 2 AM. The kids love the puppy, but it bites too hard during playtime. You’ve tried advice from blogs and YouTube, but it’s confusing and contradictory. Hiring a ...

A True Short Story of Healing, Grief, and the Dog Who Helped Me Find Peace This is a true story—short, but deeply personal. For over fifty years, the author lived with the quiet, enduring weight of trauma. From the hidden scars of war to the heartbreaking loss of beloved companions, grief became a constant presence. Then came Maya—a small dog with a powerful gift: the ability to sense pain, to sit with sorrow, and to offer something no human ever could… unconditional love without expectation. This is not a war memoir. This is a story about what comes after—about surviving when ...

This book is no ordinary book about two old grumpy men and a dog. In reading the book, you will soon realize that there are only two main characters that matter and the dog is center stage. The old man, his dog, and his friend are individuals who chose to take their lives on the run and live out of their cars. George is a cancer survivor and proud owner and handler of his faithful friend Hawkeye, a large German Shepard who serves him devotedly as a service dog and companion animal. The value that Hawkeye added to George’s life was immense and needs to be recognized as there are thousands ...

18 stories of amazing emotional support animals and how they rescue the hearts and minds of people from all walks of life.

David Cruz is good at two things: war and training dogs. The ex-soldier's toughest case is Atlas, a Belgian Malinois whose handler died in combat. Nobody at Hope's Crossing kennel can break through the animal's grief. That is, until dog whisperer Evelyn Jones walks into the facility...and into Atlas' heart. David hates to admit that the curvy blonde's mesmerizing effect isn't limited to canines. But when Lyn's work with Atlas puts her in danger, David will do anything to protect her.

He's a surfer. She's allergic to the sun. The one thing they have in common is their service dogs, who have fallen in love. Locke I've sworn off relationships indefinitely. Women haven't been so kind since my water accident physically changed me. Which makes it pretty inconvenient when a gorgeous tourist washes up at my feet on the shores of Maui. Guin This dream vacation feels surreal after being placed on a transplant list. But I'm definitely a beach rookie as evidenced by the brooding surfer who is now carrying me back to his home to take care of my sun and sand burns. However, I didn't ...

Hawk Rivals. I was the rich kid from St. Thomas Academy, while Taryn attended Bessemer Bay High, the local public school. We had one perfect night. And because I never made a promise I couldn’t keep, I offered her nothing more. Five years passed. Thanks to family duty, I’d spent those years as a Marine in Afghanistan, the handler of a bomb sniffing dog. One thought carried me through those years: seeing Taryn again. Our reunion was unintentional. Discovering she had a daughter was unexpected. Loving her would mean I finally had the family I’d always wanted. Keeping her would...

This is a STAND-ALONE sequel. “Witness Protection” - Book One “Witness Protection 2 - The Return of Whiskey Tango Foxtrot” - Book Two “Witness Protection 3 - Alpha Mike Foxtrot” - Book Three “Witness Protection 4 - O-Dark-Hundred” - Book Four “Witness Protection 5 - Outside the Wire” - Book Five “Witness Protection 6 - Alpha Dogs” - Book Six “Witness Protection 7- Bravo Foxtrot” - Book Seven “Witness Protection 8 – Midnight Requisition” - Book Eight “Witness Protection 9 – S.N.A.F.U.” – Book Nine “Witness Protection 10 - Bravo Zulu” - Book Ten ...

Can a woman haunted by torture and a man battling his own demons find love while outrunning a dangerous motorcycle club? Cayenne, road name Kai, is on the run from dangerous enemies, haunted by the trauma of being kidnapped and tortured. Suffering from PTSD and depression, her one responsibility is a weekly call to her brother, Spider, whose life depends on her existence. But when she sets up camp by a river in an isolated area, she expects to be alone. That is, until Rick and his loyal German Shepherd, Smoke, arrive and disrupt her precarious existence. Initially an enigma, Rick becomes a ...

Retired Army veteran Logan now spends his days running a private investigator business. But who knew that trying to bring a little boy home to his mother would lead to a run in with the mob? Madison had no idea that her husband was involved with the mob. All she wants is to protect her son—even if that means trusting a stranger with his life, and hers. As the danger piles up, and sparks fly, will Logan and Madison each find what they were missing?

A wounded warrior, a dog lover, and a chance encounter that unleashes a whirlwind of emotions. At a chance meeting, a veteran on her way to healing encounters a grumpy veteran haunted by the echoes of war. He finds solace in golden retriever pups at her service dog training center. As he found kinship among veterans grappling with PTSD, Clarice, a fluffy ball of fur, tethered their worlds. As they bond over fur and compassion, their shared pasts intertwine. Yet, a dinner invitation sparks emotions beyond puppy love. Amidst Italian dinners and service dog trainings, their affection deepens, ...

The heartwarming story of Barrie, the stray puppy rescued from the rubble in Syria by former soldier Sean Laidlaw. Barrie was rescued from the rubble by bomb disposal expert and former soldier Sean Laidlaw. He gradually gained her trust, and they soon became inseparable. When Sean's contract to Syria was not renewed and he could not return to her, he raised the funds to bring her home with him. The two created an incredible bond in their three months together, and they were reunited in emotional scenes in early November.

“I love you, too, Tank, but I’m not going to waste my life waiting for a man who won’t commit to loving me forever.” With tears streaming down her face, Maeve Wynn stretched onto her tiptoes and kissed the man. She loved him, but it would be the last time, she told herself. Then she said goodbye to Tank Harmond and left him standing in the sand with disbelief written all over his face. Jeff Mitchell is there, ready and willing to compete for Maeve’s heart. He’s young, good looking, and a successful up and coming architect. He’s new to Grey’s Harbor, and he just might be the ...

She thought their love was perfect… …until he walked out the cottage door. How would she learn to trust again? In the seaside town of Grey’s Landing, folks made friends for life. And everybody knew what had happened. When Mirabelle, the grand dame of the town, hired Maddy to restore an old stained-glass window, she wondered if there was ulterior motive. Still shaky from the heartbreak… …Maddy wasn’t in the mood for games. Jaxx Stockman served his country. The price he paid was PTSD. Looking to escape from memories, he found his way to the quaint ocean town and landed a carpentry...

Kelly Kennedy thought her life was finally on track. Engaged to the man of her dreams and with a baby on the way, she reassures her five-year-old daughter, Bree, that the father she picked for Christmas still loves her. Unfortunately, war veteran Tyler Manning has been away most of the year. Recovering from PTSD isn’t easy. Rather than worry Kelly, Tyler spends his time traveling to Afghanistan to work at a children's charity he founded. Kelly decides to distract Bree with promises of a pet for Christmas. When Tyler is taken hostage by terrorists, she finds it hard to convince Bree that ...