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Dobie The Canine Saint
When I least expected it, Dobie, a severely wounded dog came into my life. At first she was afraid of everything and even me. She barely let me touch her. If I moved too quickly, she would quail and wet the floor. I was not sure if or how she could be healed.
This touching story takes the reader through her life and her death. It reveals how Dobie slowly healed and learned to trust in life again. Through the process I discovered that it was really she who healed me. This true story brings out the importance of the deep spiritual bond that exists between human and animal, and how their hearts and souls are twined to server each other through this bond of love.
This touching story takes the reader through her life and her death. It reveals how Dobie slowly healed and learned to trust in life again. Through the process I discovered that it was really she who healed me. This true story brings out the importance of the deep spiritual bond that exists between human and animal, and how their hearts and souls are twined to server each other through this bond of love.
127 pages, paperback
First published January 1, 2007
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September 11, 2009
Paul is visiting his good friend Tom when he is first introduced to Dobie (then known as Vicious). Tom ushers Paul over to a neighbor’s neglected and abused litter of Doberman/Rottwieler mixed puppies. Paul is still in mourning over the fairly recent death of his dog and the last thing he wants is a puppy. But when Paul and Tom return from a week long hiking and camping trip, Tom once again mentions the puppies. He points out a girl pup named Vicious and again tries to get Paul to take her. Paul takes one look at the skinny and scared pup and decides “no way” at about the very moment his inner guide says “take her.”
Paul follows the advice of his inner guide and takes the scared pup. Not long into the lengthy car trip home Vicious pees and defecates on the seat. Paul is certain he has made the wrong choice, and is already regretting his decision.
What starts off as a timid relationship based on Paul tip toeing around and catering to the needs and fears of a very emotionally wounded animal, soon turns into a mutual love and respect that only people who have shared that deep bond that forms between a pet and its owner can fully understand and appreciate.
Paul eventually changes Vicious’ name to Dobie after she loses some of her fears and aggressions and she begins to accept Paul’s love and care. Paul takes us through her transformation and their 13 years of life together in a short, sweet and poignant tale.
Paul is a spiritual person and believes that his chance meeting with Tom years earlier was destined so that years later Tom could introduce him to Dobie, the dog that would change his life. After reading this story, I am sure that he is correct.
I recently lost my three year old Irish Wolfhound, Fenian, and as a result I have put off reading this story for a few months. I wasn’t ready to read about another dog’s life and death. I am still not sure I was fully ready, but reading Paul’s words and having them echo some of my own thoughts and feelings about my own dog, has made me feel more content with the short time I had with my friend.
This is definitely a tear jerker, so grab your Kleenex, but I think the relationship between Dobie and Paul, and the amazing spiritual imprint Dobie left on his life, and the lives of others she met, is well worth the puffy eyes I am now suffering from. Dobie had a remarkable and long life, she left Paul in a better place, emotionally, and she is in a better place, spiritually. Paul did a tremendous job of relating both of their stories; it’s an extraordinary tribute to a man’s best friend.
Cherise Everhard, September 2009
Paul follows the advice of his inner guide and takes the scared pup. Not long into the lengthy car trip home Vicious pees and defecates on the seat. Paul is certain he has made the wrong choice, and is already regretting his decision.
What starts off as a timid relationship based on Paul tip toeing around and catering to the needs and fears of a very emotionally wounded animal, soon turns into a mutual love and respect that only people who have shared that deep bond that forms between a pet and its owner can fully understand and appreciate.
Paul eventually changes Vicious’ name to Dobie after she loses some of her fears and aggressions and she begins to accept Paul’s love and care. Paul takes us through her transformation and their 13 years of life together in a short, sweet and poignant tale.
Paul is a spiritual person and believes that his chance meeting with Tom years earlier was destined so that years later Tom could introduce him to Dobie, the dog that would change his life. After reading this story, I am sure that he is correct.
I recently lost my three year old Irish Wolfhound, Fenian, and as a result I have put off reading this story for a few months. I wasn’t ready to read about another dog’s life and death. I am still not sure I was fully ready, but reading Paul’s words and having them echo some of my own thoughts and feelings about my own dog, has made me feel more content with the short time I had with my friend.
This is definitely a tear jerker, so grab your Kleenex, but I think the relationship between Dobie and Paul, and the amazing spiritual imprint Dobie left on his life, and the lives of others she met, is well worth the puffy eyes I am now suffering from. Dobie had a remarkable and long life, she left Paul in a better place, emotionally, and she is in a better place, spiritually. Paul did a tremendous job of relating both of their stories; it’s an extraordinary tribute to a man’s best friend.
Cherise Everhard, September 2009
June 26, 2009
‘I looked at Vicious for a long moment.’
This is the story of how a neglected puppy named Vicious became a wonderful caring dog named Dobie. This is the story of how Dobie overcame her fears and phobias and became an integral part of the life and experiences of Dr Paul Greenbaum.
This is a story of triumph over adversity.
Those of us who share homes with (we are never really owners) of dogs know that dogs frequently give far more to a relationship than they seemingly derive from it. Hopefully most of our companion and working dogs have had a much better start to life than Dobie did.
Is Dobie a saint? In the eyes of Dr Greenbaum, she clearly was. Reading this story I had a strong sense of a wonderfully symbiotic relationship in which, it seems clear, that Dobie gave more than she apparently received. I’m not so sure about that. I think that Dobie knew very well where she fitted into this life and exactly how much she had to offer the world around her.
Dobie filled a special place in the life of Dr Greenbaum and others who knew her. I’d like to think of Dobie in another place now where age and infirmity don’t exist and neither do cruelty and neglect.
I recommend this book to those who already know about the magic of companion pets and like to read about and learn from the canine companions of others.
This is the story of how a neglected puppy named Vicious became a wonderful caring dog named Dobie. This is the story of how Dobie overcame her fears and phobias and became an integral part of the life and experiences of Dr Paul Greenbaum.
This is a story of triumph over adversity.
Those of us who share homes with (we are never really owners) of dogs know that dogs frequently give far more to a relationship than they seemingly derive from it. Hopefully most of our companion and working dogs have had a much better start to life than Dobie did.
Is Dobie a saint? In the eyes of Dr Greenbaum, she clearly was. Reading this story I had a strong sense of a wonderfully symbiotic relationship in which, it seems clear, that Dobie gave more than she apparently received. I’m not so sure about that. I think that Dobie knew very well where she fitted into this life and exactly how much she had to offer the world around her.
Dobie filled a special place in the life of Dr Greenbaum and others who knew her. I’d like to think of Dobie in another place now where age and infirmity don’t exist and neither do cruelty and neglect.
I recommend this book to those who already know about the magic of companion pets and like to read about and learn from the canine companions of others.
July 7, 2009
A touching and heartwarming story of one man and his dog is what you'll find in "Dobie, The Canine Saint".
Just a few days prior to a visit to his friend, Tom, Dr. Paul Greenbuam had to put to sleep his beloved canine companion. Was it any wonder that when Tom showed him the abused and neglected puppies in their dirty cage, Paul didn't want to talk about them? Tom tries to convince him to take one of the puppies, a female they had named Vicious--who was anything but that. A week later, Paul drove home with Vicious in tow. Renamed Dobie, this lovely book shares the story of her life and death, revealing her own healing process and how through that process, she healed Paul.
There were so many emotional moments as I read through Dobie The Canine Saint: reading of her healing process, how she and Paul went through so much together, and how she held on when she knew Paul still needed her. It is obvious they shared a special connection, and I believe the author honors Dobie well.
The text has an almost lyrical feel to it, as you float from one experience to the next, eager to learn more about their special connection. It's truly an inspiring story.
I believe that anyone who has loved a pet or loved and lost a pet will find many things to enjoy in "Dobie The Canine Saint".
Just a few days prior to a visit to his friend, Tom, Dr. Paul Greenbuam had to put to sleep his beloved canine companion. Was it any wonder that when Tom showed him the abused and neglected puppies in their dirty cage, Paul didn't want to talk about them? Tom tries to convince him to take one of the puppies, a female they had named Vicious--who was anything but that. A week later, Paul drove home with Vicious in tow. Renamed Dobie, this lovely book shares the story of her life and death, revealing her own healing process and how through that process, she healed Paul.
There were so many emotional moments as I read through Dobie The Canine Saint: reading of her healing process, how she and Paul went through so much together, and how she held on when she knew Paul still needed her. It is obvious they shared a special connection, and I believe the author honors Dobie well.
The text has an almost lyrical feel to it, as you float from one experience to the next, eager to learn more about their special connection. It's truly an inspiring story.
I believe that anyone who has loved a pet or loved and lost a pet will find many things to enjoy in "Dobie The Canine Saint".
September 1, 2008
Vicious, a 5 month old neglected, starving and extremely fearful Doberman mix was the last thing Dr. Paul Greenbaum wanted to take home that fateful day in 1985. He had recently had his faithful companion, Old Pal put to sleep and was not ready to open his heart or home to another dog. His friend Tom and his inner spirit guide both insisted that he take her home.
He did.
Vicious just was not an appropriate name for this baby who was petrified of the world and everything in it. Thus Vicious became Dobie and their story began.
Dobie The Canine Saint is an awesome story of how given time, love and understanding a dog can blossom into the best soul mate a person could hope for as well as a great teacher of what unconditional love can be. Dr. Greenbaum has written a great tribute to Dobie and their life together through ups and downs. Within the 126 pages of this book is a warm, enriching story of how man can benefit by the love of a dog. I would recommend everyone read this book - dog lover or not.
He did.
Vicious just was not an appropriate name for this baby who was petrified of the world and everything in it. Thus Vicious became Dobie and their story began.
Dobie The Canine Saint is an awesome story of how given time, love and understanding a dog can blossom into the best soul mate a person could hope for as well as a great teacher of what unconditional love can be. Dr. Greenbaum has written a great tribute to Dobie and their life together through ups and downs. Within the 126 pages of this book is a warm, enriching story of how man can benefit by the love of a dog. I would recommend everyone read this book - dog lover or not.
June 15, 2008
This is a true story based on the authors experience with Dobie, a Doberman mix that a friend encouraged him to rescue and give a better life. What he didn't realize is how much Dobie would change and heal his personal life.
This is a really good book and a short read (only 127 pages)
This is a really good book and a short read (only 127 pages)
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