The Animals and Me, Volume 1 Quotes

“Not being able to touch the severely aggressive dog until after it has been sedated before euthanasia is just as sad, because it indicates to me a distinct possibility that the dog never consciously knew a kind hand.”
― Chris Sparks, The Animals and Me, Volume 2

“Euthanizing an animal that has wiggled into the corners of my heart is a terrible task, and never gets easier despite how desperately I have striven to avoid that outcome, or how clear the need may be.”
― Chris Sparks, The Animals and Me, Volume 2

“I have, and I’m sure will always have, a staunch belief that in times of crisis I am invincible. My sole intent at that moment was to get both of these dogs off those damned frozen leashes, inside my jacket, and transfer some of my extraordinary strength to their drained souls.”
― Chris Sparks, The Animals and Me, Volume 1

“I hated the need to pander to an abusive owner because it immediately assured me the custody of the animal, but I also knew that it wasn’t supposed to be about me. ”
― Chris Sparks, The Animals and Me, Volume 1

“In times of immediate peril, people describe finding religion or a secret truth that had eluded them; I didn’t find either, but my bluster took a hit that day. I was humbled without warning, and it has helped keep my ego in check. Now when I’m dispatched to a bear call, I stop to use the bathroom first. ”
― Chris Sparks, The Animals and Me, Volume 1