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Quinn, the Rottweiler: A Story of a Dog Dealing with Cancer
Returning home, exhausted and empty-handed from a day trip to the Sacramento SPCA, she was leafing through her local paper, when her eye lit upon this ad: "ADULT MALE ROTTWEILER FREE TO A GOOD HOME." The last year had been a crummy one for her. She had to put down her last Rottweiler. She had undergone chemotherapy for breast cancer and had been missing the companionship of a Rottie. For the last twenty-five years, there had always been one in her life. A year had gone by since she had put the last one down, and at the same time finished her chemo treatments. This was not the kind of ad she saw everyday and she felt that this was a special message to her. "I will call first thing in the morning," she thought. This is the beginning of Quinn's story, a truly remarkable dog, who changed her life as much as she changed his. He became part of a new family and met many, many new people who became part of his life. He faced an enormous challenge through which he both taught and learned the meaning of love and trust. This story will appeal to anyone who has ever loved a dog.
152 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2009
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September 3, 2012
Beautifully written! Recommend this to all animal lovers. I cried, I laughed and I cried some more.
February 12, 2013
This was the most amazing book. I think it is a must read for anyone who has a dog, had a dog or even themself dealing with cancer should read.
May 29, 2019
A must read to any Rottie (or even dog) lover!! A heart-felt true story of one owner's battle with losing her beloved companion. As a Rottie owner for over 20 years myself, I could relate to every detail, every word, in this book as I have lost three to bone cancer (OSC).
April 10, 2016
I won this book in a giveway & was ask to give an honest review in return so here it is.....
I really love the way Maryly Turner wrote this from the perspective of Quinn, the rottweiler - allowing him to share his story with us. The story begins at Quinn's previous home where he lived with his papa - at 8 years old, he had spent his life chained up, sleeping on a tattered blanket in an old shed. Apparently, his papa was getting too old to care for him any longer, and though he was chained & slept in a shed, I don't necessarily believe he was intentionally abused/mistreated. It sounds as though papa & his family used to play with & talk with Quinn but the children grew up & papa got older leaving Quinn basically alone on a chain. Sadly, many people truly believe chaining a dog outside & giving them some food & place to sleep is all they need - for basic survival, maybe, for a healthy, meaningful life they what we need....love, companions, comfort, loyalty, gentleness, understanding.... Papa had named him Chong as one of his siblings was named Cheech - this was hurtful to him as everyone laughed at his name - not so sure this was really a issue for Quinn but we all pick a name we feel is fitting for our fur babies... Quinn loves his new home, his Mom, and his new dog family, Rosey & Ernie though it takes time for Lillie, the cat, to warm up to Quinn as she had a bad experience with another rottweiler. Quinn loves not being on a chain, running around the yard with Ernie & Rosey, getting tasty food and treats, and having a soft, comfy bed by a warm fire - he can't believe how lucky he is to have such a wonderful new Mom & home!! Shortly after coming to his new home, his Mom finds a lump between his toes, this upsets her greatly as she has lost other "rotties" to cancer. She takes him to her vet, Dr. Sara & thus begins his journey fighting cancer. Quinn has little experience with vets & needles so its a "rough" beginning with Quinn being a "grumpy" boy & having to be muzzled but he eventually learns the vet & her staff are just trying to help him so he learns to be a good boy for them. Quinn's Mom & Dr. Sara try everything possible to save Quinn, surgery, chemo, etc but nothing works, it just prolongs the inevitable... What I don't like about the book - parts were difficult to read through my tears.... I lost my precious little papillon, Dixie, to cancer in January 2016 and January 2014 lost my "grandpuppy", Stan, a greyhound, to cancer also so this book really touched me. I would recommend this book to everyone - just make sure to have some tissues ready....
I really love the way Maryly Turner wrote this from the perspective of Quinn, the rottweiler - allowing him to share his story with us. The story begins at Quinn's previous home where he lived with his papa - at 8 years old, he had spent his life chained up, sleeping on a tattered blanket in an old shed. Apparently, his papa was getting too old to care for him any longer, and though he was chained & slept in a shed, I don't necessarily believe he was intentionally abused/mistreated. It sounds as though papa & his family used to play with & talk with Quinn but the children grew up & papa got older leaving Quinn basically alone on a chain. Sadly, many people truly believe chaining a dog outside & giving them some food & place to sleep is all they need - for basic survival, maybe, for a healthy, meaningful life they what we need....love, companions, comfort, loyalty, gentleness, understanding.... Papa had named him Chong as one of his siblings was named Cheech - this was hurtful to him as everyone laughed at his name - not so sure this was really a issue for Quinn but we all pick a name we feel is fitting for our fur babies... Quinn loves his new home, his Mom, and his new dog family, Rosey & Ernie though it takes time for Lillie, the cat, to warm up to Quinn as she had a bad experience with another rottweiler. Quinn loves not being on a chain, running around the yard with Ernie & Rosey, getting tasty food and treats, and having a soft, comfy bed by a warm fire - he can't believe how lucky he is to have such a wonderful new Mom & home!! Shortly after coming to his new home, his Mom finds a lump between his toes, this upsets her greatly as she has lost other "rotties" to cancer. She takes him to her vet, Dr. Sara & thus begins his journey fighting cancer. Quinn has little experience with vets & needles so its a "rough" beginning with Quinn being a "grumpy" boy & having to be muzzled but he eventually learns the vet & her staff are just trying to help him so he learns to be a good boy for them. Quinn's Mom & Dr. Sara try everything possible to save Quinn, surgery, chemo, etc but nothing works, it just prolongs the inevitable... What I don't like about the book - parts were difficult to read through my tears.... I lost my precious little papillon, Dixie, to cancer in January 2016 and January 2014 lost my "grandpuppy", Stan, a greyhound, to cancer also so this book really touched me. I would recommend this book to everyone - just make sure to have some tissues ready....
May 1, 2016
Quinn, the Rottweiler- A Story of a Dog Dealing with Cancer is a charming little book about a beautiful canine. The story is told from Quinn the dog’s perspective and is a nice, feel-good tale in parts (at least when you consider Quinn enjoying his new and happy life with Maryly Turner and her pets). Quinn was originally named Chong and was forced to live outside or in a shed and was regularly chained up. But once he was adopted by Turner (after his previous owner could no longer care for him) his life took a turn for the better.
The story of Quinn leapt off the page. You could imagine this dog with a big smile on his face and wagging his tail as he enjoyed meeting new people and animals and sleeping on a warm bed, eating treats and going for rides in the car. It is sad that Maryly – who was recovering from cancer treatment at the time – would discover a lump on Quinn’s foot that would prove cancerous. We follow Quinn’s treatment as he has painful surgery and chemotherapy and we can feel real empathy for what he endures.
This book is ultimately a warm and big-hearted story that should help us understand our pets that little bit more. It’s a great tale that shows the power of family and family and their ability to help and support others, through the good times and the bad. Quinn is an inspirational character that at times reminded me of Oddball and he is one that readers will come to fall in love with.
Please note: I received this book as part of a Goodreads giveaway in exchange for an honest review.
The story of Quinn leapt off the page. You could imagine this dog with a big smile on his face and wagging his tail as he enjoyed meeting new people and animals and sleeping on a warm bed, eating treats and going for rides in the car. It is sad that Maryly – who was recovering from cancer treatment at the time – would discover a lump on Quinn’s foot that would prove cancerous. We follow Quinn’s treatment as he has painful surgery and chemotherapy and we can feel real empathy for what he endures.
This book is ultimately a warm and big-hearted story that should help us understand our pets that little bit more. It’s a great tale that shows the power of family and family and their ability to help and support others, through the good times and the bad. Quinn is an inspirational character that at times reminded me of Oddball and he is one that readers will come to fall in love with.
Please note: I received this book as part of a Goodreads giveaway in exchange for an honest review.
August 17, 2016
I can't say enough about this book!!! It was excellent and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
For anyone who loves animals and has lost their pet - this book is for you. The author has written this book from Quinn's perspective. All dialogue is from Quinn - how he feels about his new 'MOM' the other two dogs in the household, plus the cat and when he is diagnosed with cancer, his trips to the Vet Clinic and how he interacts with them. This book had me laughing at times and of course crying at the end - but smiling too. As the author had went through breast cancer, the Rottweiler breed seems to be susceptible to cancer too. Can she see another Rottweiler succumb to cancer? How will Quinn react when he finally finds a good home???
For anyone who loves animals and has lost their pet - this book is for you. The author has written this book from Quinn's perspective. All dialogue is from Quinn - how he feels about his new 'MOM' the other two dogs in the household, plus the cat and when he is diagnosed with cancer, his trips to the Vet Clinic and how he interacts with them. This book had me laughing at times and of course crying at the end - but smiling too. As the author had went through breast cancer, the Rottweiler breed seems to be susceptible to cancer too. Can she see another Rottweiler succumb to cancer? How will Quinn react when he finally finds a good home???
August 31, 2015
Written from Quinn the Rottweiler's perspective - very charming. Young adult definitely
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April 4, 2016I won this book via Goodreads First Reads Giveaway. I received a paperback copy.
June 17, 2016
I loved this little book. I fell in love with Quinn, the eponymous canine narrator, and take my hat off to the wonderful lady who adopted him and subsequently wrote this book.
July 4, 2016
This was a very good book to read from the dogs perspective . It kind of hit close to home as I had a Pit Bull who died from cancer last year. I received this book through Goodreads Giveaway.
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