My Broken Dog

<p> Sandy Kubillus faced a dilemma: whose needs should come first those of her paralyzed dog or her healthy husband? After a tragic accident killed her first dog her new puppy died from distemper ten days later. Her third dog a springer spaniel named Kaylee survived a fall off a 75-foot cliff at the age of nine months. These three tragedies compelled Sandy to prove that she was not a failure as a pet owner. Kaylee relied on Sandy for everything and Sandy needed her dog. Kaylee and her eventual successor Cassie became Sandy's heart dogs--those once-in-a-lifetime pets that affected her soul giving her the courage to stand up to her parents obtain the job of her dreams and become a better partner to her husband.</p><p> This memoir examines the realities of helping a dog heal from a traumatic injury including the stresses it can place on relationships. Filled with the joys of small accomplishments and advice on how to navigate through the rough patches it offers a lifeline for readers experiencing difficulties with their pets or their lives.</p>