Soldier Dogs True Stories of Canine Heroes by Maria Goodavage

For anyone who appreciates dogs and heroes - moving stories of military canines and the amazing bonds they develop with their handlers.

From Stubby, who fought in WWI, to Cairo, a member of the raiding party that took down Osama Bin Laden, here are inspiring stories that go behind the front line to reveal military canines' heroic deeds and the unbreakable bond between dog and handler. The trainers and scientists who work with them disclose how canines are made into soldiers, and families of fallen troops share stories of their hard-earned retirement and adoption. Soldier Dogs gives an unprecedented window into the world of these adventurous, loving and loyal warriors.

'A great read for anyone who appreciates dogs and heroes.' Stanley Coren, author of The Intelligence of Dogs and Born to Bark.

About the Author

Veteran journalist Maria Goodavage is the author of the New York Times bestsellers Soldier Dogs: The Untold Story of America's Canine Heroes, Top Dog: The Story of Marine Hero Lucca and Secret Service Dogs: The Heroes Who Protect the President of the United States. She lives in San Francisco with her family and yellow Lab, Gus.