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Our Five Star Reviews
"Deep emotional insight... I loved this book. It was emotional and scientifically informative at the same time. All pet owners should read it. In addition to giving us a deep dive into how to solve a problem, the loving details helped move the story along in a lovely way. A must read." P. Greaney
"Great story of love and devotion…. I love stories about hoomans and dogs and their mutual love and dedication to each other…if you enjoy a story where a hooman and their dog beat incredible odds,this book is for you..I highly recommend." Alberto R. Lopez Jr.
"Anyone who has known the love of a boxer will appreciate the miracle. The breed is known for various health problems leading to a shortened life. Few of us know about TVT. Barbara writes this beautiful story to enlighten and educate people, to thank the vets and researchers and to show a true bond between herself and Cassie. It’s a loving look at a long journey to find a cure for her beloved Cassie. Cassie even gets to share her viewpoint in what are the most touching and heart wrenching portions. It’s a lovely read." Ruth Wurt
"Amazing Story - Fast read- Simply the Best - Tears of Sadness To Sheer Joy - I thoroughly enjoyed this story of an amazing dog and what the author went through to find a cure for the mysteries of her cancer. I read it in one sitting! Perfect for a plane trip cross-country. My wife will read it on our return trip. I highly recommend this book!" Robert M. Jones
"A loving and detailed portrait of the special journey between a rescue dog and her hooman." Joan Singleton, Screenwriter/Producer "Because of Winn-Dixie"

a waggling tale in two voices

MY HOOMAN AND ME shares the true story of rescue dog, Cassie whose background reveals startling discoveries when a mysterious malady develops. With a stubborn determination to find the elusive cure, the author, Cassie’s hooman, draws on a lifetime of ingenuity while investigating a canine cancer with repulsive symptoms whose pestilence spans more than 10,000 years. An enthralling voyage written in an easy style, this memoir serves as an inspiration tocaretakers everywhere - both human and hooman - on how two resolute spiritscan overcome even the insurmountable

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