Blind Devotion: Enhancing the Lives of Blind and Visually Impaired Dogs (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781469952666)

For millions of people their pet is a beloved member of the family. For these people the loss of a pet's vision can be especially difficult. Blind Devotion is a book these people can turn to. The author connects with her audience by sharing a touching, warm story of her own blind pug dog. Cathy Symons uses her vast experience as a veterinary technician and canine rehabilitation practitioner to offer advice on caring for a blind dog and enhancing their lives through environmental enrichment vital to maintaining a joyful life. Ms. Symons educates the reader on what it means to be blind, how to keep your pet safe, how to stimulate other senses, making life enjoyable for your pet and developing new commands. The author also discusses difficult topics such as quality of life, commitment, anxiety, enucleation, and addressing owner emotions. By sharing her story the author offers reassurance and guidance, shares ideas, and gives hope. Blind Devotion Enhancing the Lives of Blind and Visually Impaired Dogs is also available as a video download. Search Amazon Videos for Blind Devotion.

Author: Joan Powers, Cathy Symons
ISBN-10: 1469952661
ISBN-13: 9781469952666
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 03/26/2012
Pages: 228
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d