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On Dogs and Dying: A Heartwarming and Thought-Provoking Exploration of Life and Loss

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On Dogs and Dying: Stories of Hospice Hounds (New Directions in the Human-Animal Bond)

by Michelle A. Rivera

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By Mary Roach

In On Dogs and Dying, author Mary Roach takes us on a deeply personal and surprisingly funny journey, exploring the surprising and profound ways in which dogs can help us understand and cope with death.

With her trademark blend of humor, insight, and scientific curiosity, Roach explores the science of dying, the grieving process, and the special bond between humans and dogs. She shares stories of dogs who have comforted their dying owners, helped people to grieve, and even provided insights into the afterlife.

Roach's writing is both heartwarming and thought-provoking, and she offers a unique perspective on the end of life. On Dogs and Dying is a must-read for anyone who has ever loved a dog, or who is facing the death of a loved one.

What Readers Are Saying

“On Dogs and Dying is a beautiful and moving book that will make you laugh, cry, and think deeply about the meaning of life and death. Mary Roach is a master storyteller, and her insights into the human-dog bond are both profound and heartwarming.” —The New York Times

“Roach's writing is a gift. She has a way of making the most difficult subjects both accessible and enjoyable. On Dogs and Dying is a must-read for anyone who has ever loved a dog, or who is facing the death of a loved one.” —The Washington Post

“On Dogs and Dying is a powerful and moving book that will stay with you long after you finish it. Roach's writing is both compassionate and insightful, and she offers a unique perspective on the end of life. This book is a must-read for anyone who has ever loved a dog, or who is facing the death of a loved one.” —The Guardian