My Angels Wear Fur: Animals I Rescued and Their Stories of Unconditional Love

by Devon O'Day

"Over the years, animal rescue and adoption have transformed my lifeover and over and over," says author Devon O'Day. In My Angels Wear Fur ,her first collection of stories that chronicle the many animals she has rescued,Devon O'Day tells readers Tennessee A stray dog delivered to her front door by a man working on aconstruction crew in the neighborhood and who ended up living the glamorous lifein Hollywood with O'Day's sister, actress Faith Ford. The Boxer of A brindle boxer who delivers dogs in need to O'Day'sfront door. As soon as he knows the other dog is in good hands, the boxerdisappears. More than 30 well-written stories will warm your heart and make youunderstand what O'Day means when she says, "There is a God-like quality inanimals. They love without judgment. They are loyal and caring and they seethrough each of us...to the hidden souls of our real beings."

Genres: Nonfiction

160 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2002

About the author

Devon O’Day is an internationally known radio/TV personality, author, speaker, and songwriter originally from Pineville, LA. Her song credits include George Strait, Hank Williams Jr, Trace Adkins and more. Her voice has been heard on every major TV network, several syndicated radio shows, Fox-News, Bravo, Lifetime, narration of over 20 audio books and thousands of commercials. She has authored My Angels Wear Fur, My Southern Food, and Goodbye My Friend which includes a CD of original music by Kim McLean.

Reviews

[Dick Harding · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a phenomenally good book. So poignant and caring. I will give this to someone special.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book if you love animals!

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

Before I say anything else, I must comment Day on her big, squishy heart. She is truly one of "the good ones" and has obviously dedicated herself to rescuing those left behind or cast aside. She is also in the enviable (to me) position of having the land and financial means to foster far more than I was ever able to. Her stories, by and large, are touching and sweet. Being atheist, I could have done without all the parallels to God and other religiousness, but, again, the stories are uplifting and enjoyable. I've read better books about animal rescue, but this one's not bad.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

The word I think of to describe this book is heartwarming. I couldn't put the book down. It made me laugh and cry. The author tells stories of her many cat, dog and horse rescues and how she found them homes and relates what she learns about her own life from these endearing creatures. I would recommend this book to anyone who has a compassion for animals. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[Devon · Rating 5 out of 5]

As an author, I must include my first book as a goodread because of the impact it has on the animals that are being rescued, fostered, and adopted as a result. If animal rescue or beginning an animal transport or foster program is your dream, this book might inspire you that you can in fact begin one.

[Corina Ziemer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really love this book and enjoyed reading it. My Animals Wear Fur is a book for animal lovers it will warm your heart by showing you how wonderful animals can be. It is a great book you should read!

[Jeannie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was just a beautiful book! The stories were so inspiring and each one had a lesson to carry over into my own life. I love this author!

[Sandy Norris · Rating 5 out of 5]

if you love animals.....this is a must read! just ordered her new daily devotion that is coming out oct. first. would love to meet author in person.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book for dog lovers! Great stories of unconditional love.

[wildct2003 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good collection of short chapters of animal encounters.