SHOUT OUT: Happy Tails Books: Partners With Paws

Partners With Paws: Service Dogs and the Lives They Change is a compilation of over 50 stories that highlight the important role service dogs play in people's lives. From both puppy raiser and service dog team perspectives, readers gain an intimate understanding of service dog training, service dog team matching, and the liberating impact service dogs have on people with both visible and non-visible disabilities.

The heartwarming, educational stories in Partners With Paws provide an insightful introduction to the breadth of life-changing skills for which service dogs can be trained, inspiring volunteers and nudging people who could benefit from a service dog's skills and companionship to take the next steps in the application process.

Partners With Paws: Service Dogs and the Lives They Change is currently available for pre-sale through http://happytailsbooks.com/buy

Books are expected to start shipping next week!

This book is available for pre-sale! Purchase copies today and select to have us make a double donation to the organization of your choice (must be in our partner program) or get $2.00 off per book. Sale ends March 15th.

Up For Pups! Don't Kill Bill - A Celebration of Rescued Dogs

As you know, I am all about the dogs! I fell in love with Kyla's books and everything that Happy Tails Books stands for. Well, dogs need more help.



Unique advocacy event needs your support 

After Kyla Duffy's first Don't Kill Bill performance at Blogpaws in September, the Blogosphere was abuzz with videos and reviews. It entailed an aerial fabric performance (think Cirque du Soleil or that hotel commercial with the lady swinging from the drapes) set to beautiful music by animal advocate Marilyn Milano and a slide show about puppy mills and volunteering with rescues.
Duffy, who is the founder of both Happy Tails Books and Up For Pups, has expanded that performance and is taking it to the stage for the first time on February 12th, 7:30pm, at The Dairy in Boulder, CO.
Through multimedia storytelling and aerial acrobatics set to Milano's music, Don't Kill Bill raises awareness about puppy mills and encourages people to get involved with rescue organizations. Rescues will be present in the lobby to talk about their adoptables and volunteer opportunities. Proceeds from the show will be used to further Up For Pups animal advocacy efforts.
Kyla needs our help, as this is the first time she's ever done something like this, and she would very much like to sell out the show to demonstrate the importance of animal rescue organizations to our communities. Purchase tickets here

If you can't make it to the event, you can still show your support and help rescue by purchasing an audio book. The stories presented in the show are drawn from the four-hour-long Best of Lost Souls: FOUND! audio book, which that take you on a journey through the hardships and joy of animal rescue through 55 rescue tales.
The Best of Lost Souls: FOUND! audio book is available now for download or as a 4-CD set mailed to your door. It's a great way to show your love for rescued dogs and receive something lasting and enjoyable in return.
PURCHASE AUDIO BOOK AND SHOW TICKETS HERE

So if you are in the Denver area, be sure to check out Don't Kill Bill!  

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER: Happy Tails Books

I have been been posting little love notes here and there about Kyla and Happy Tails Books.  They put together wonderful books that will touch any dog lover's heart.  Of course, my favorite books is
"Lost Souls: Found! Inspiring Stories About Dachshunds" . Here is a bit from the book:

About Dachshunds:

• Of German, French and English descent
• Available in smooth, wire-haired, and long-haired varieties
• Elongated body with short legs
• Miniatures weigh 11 lbs. and under, standard Dachshunds weight between 16-32 lbs.

Why People Love Dachshunds:

• Shiny, sleek coat makes for easy grooming
• Friendly, playful, and lively
• Have big personalities
• Loyal and devoted to their owners

Why Dachshunds Can Be Challenging:

• Can be stubborn and difficult to train
• Tend to have a loud bark
• Can be prone to seperation anxiety
• Require lots of attention
• Don't particularly do well with strangers
• Known to become overweight and lazy if not exercised properly
• Frequently suffer from back injuries and genetic diseases

Other Facts and Tips About Dachshunds:

• The AKC recognizes a wide variety of colors and markings for Dachshunds
• The word "dachshund" translates in German to "badger dog"
• Mummified dachshund-like dogs have been found at ancient Egyptian burial sites
• Long life expectancy (12-15 years)
• The litter size is usually 3-4 puppies
• AKC group: Hound

There are a variety of breeds featured in the Lost Souls: Found series:

• Boston Terriers
• Golden Retrievers
• Great Danes
• Labrador Retrievers
• Miniature Schnauzers
• Beagles
• Bulldogs
• Border Collies
• Chihuahuas
• German Shepherds
• Boxers
• Dachshunds
• Pugs
• Cats
• Assistance Dogs

Be sure to go directly to order any of the HAPPY TAILS BOOKS since a portion of their sales goes to help rescue efforts.  They also feature wonderful stories that you can read  from Kyla in her blog HERE

COMING SOON: Want more breeds? We're working on books about Cocker Spaniels, cats, assistance dogs, Huskies, Yorkies, Rottweilers, Basset Hounds, Schnauzers, Border Collies, and mixed-breed dogs. We are still accepting stories for these books. Be sure you're signed up for our mailing list to find out more!