Diary of a Puppy-Mill Princess: A True Story of Rehabilitating a Rescue Dog

A 2013 reader said:“Had I not read this book I would be very puzzled and horrified at the way our puppy mill survivor acts… The book gave us hope that someday our Nellie will be a more ‘regular’ dog. Very grateful to this book.”For every family who brings home a puppy mill survivor and wonders “What do I do now?” — this book is your lifeline.Diary of a Puppy-Mill Princess is a heartfelt, practical, and at times humorous journey into the world of a dog who has never known a home, a food bowl or a caring human. Part memoir, part guide, and wholly honest, this book shows how Annie, the rescue dog, slowly learns trust, confidence, and joy, and learns to accept and return love.If your adopted dog acts in ways you don’t understand, this book will help you see the world through their eyes and understand the hidden springs of their behavior. You’ll learn why puppy mill survivors behave the way they do; how fear shapes their reactions; what helps them heal (and what doesn’t); how to build trust one small step at a time; and what to feed them so they can regain their health.If you’ve undertaken helping a traumatized dog become whole, this story will give you insight, strength, and hope.A compendium of resources is included to help you in your next steps. Read more