Karl’s Diary: It’s a Dog’s Life is the memoir of a dog who was found alone in the desert and was adopted by a loving family. Why was this an important book for you to write?

I have a gift—the ability to experience what a dog is feeling and to express those feelings into thoughts a human being can understand. With this connection to our fur-children we become more than an individual being. We have a new understanding of all life as we step behind a mysterious veil that is no longer hidden from us. Love never dies. 

What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?

I wanted to answer the question: What does it feel like to love and be loved. 

What is a common misconception you feel people have about pet adoption?

A common misconception is that a rescued dog isn’t as good as a dog from a breeder. 

What do you hope is one thing readers take away from Karl’s story?

Dogs as well as other animals are sentient beings: They have feelings and emotions. The feelings of love they have are beyond our imagination. 

And for those who are curious about what has happened the Charley (an eighty pound mixed boxer from a shelter) I have just published a children’s book about him: A Quilt for Charley. Hint—He is now my service dog. We couldn’t love him more.

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