Heart on My Chest: A Story of a Portuguese Water Dog and His Human

by Castle, Dana B.

• ISBN13: 9781936198030
• ISBN10: 1936198037
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-01-01
• Publisher: Itasca Books

Summary

Most best friends wear their hearts on their sleeves Isaiah wears his on his chest. "Heart on My Chest" is the story of Isaiah--a well-spoken and much loved Portuguese Water Dog--and "his human"--a spiritual director contemplatively making her way through life. Isaiah is an above-average "Portie" who suspects that everything in the world just might revolve around him, if only anyone would ask. His insights into his owner's ups and downs are oftentimes as poignant as they are comical while they struggle to understand each other and the world they share. And always at the center of Isaiah's story is the love he has for his human companion. He watches over her as she struggles with finding her way after a divorce, and coaxes her back into life. The caring relationship they share is filled with mutual love and understanding, and even the occasional treats. If you've ever had a dog you'll love this story of Isaiah and his human.

Author Biography

Dana Castle is a spiritual director in Williamsburg, Virginia, where she lives with Isaiah, her Portuguese water dog. She is the mother of two grown sons, grandmother of five, and holds a Masters Degree in English from The College of William and Mary. AUTHOR HOME: Williamsburg, VA

Table of Contents

Prologue	p. 1
How It All Began	p. 12
Homecoming	p. 16
Socializing	p. 18
Bath Time/Grooming	p. 23
Obedience Training and Game Playing	p. 28
Walks, Work, and the Spiritual Life	p. 37
Beach Dog	p. 45
Summer River Dog	p. 52
Storms	p. 58
So It's All About the Mouth	p. 62
Water Play	p. 73
From My Perspective	p. 75
I Think Independently, You Know	p. 78
About the Car and Traveling	p. 87
And So...	p. 101
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