Animal Blessings: Prayers and Poems Celebrating Our Pets

by June Cotner

Book Overview

Our pets. They are our loyal companions and our faithful friends, a constant source of joy and inspiration. In this endearing anthology of prayers and poems, June Cotner has handpicked choice writings by some of the world's most notable animal lovers to celebrate the playful, the poignant, and the profound ways these wonderful creatures touch our daily lives.

Selections include Emily Dickinson's astute observations of her cat, Roger Caras' thoughts...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062516450
• ISBN13: 9780062516459
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: HarperOne
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 2.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.8" x 6.6"

Customer Reviews

Pass it on!

I was given a copy of this book after we lost our dog. I like it so much that I now get a copy for every friend who welcomes a new pet into their home or someone who loses a pet. Sometimes I cry and sometimes I laugh when I pick it up to read. I find myself going back to it every now and then and always find a page or two that brings a smile to my heart.

Great Gift for Animal Lovers

I have given this book a number of times. To friends who have lost their pets, to friends who have recently acquired new pets and have gotten the same reaction - Thank you so very much! I can't go through it without a dry eye or a smile.

A PET IS MORE THAN A FRIEND~ THEY ARE FAMILY!

AS A DEVOTED PET OWNER, MY BELOVED DOG "LEXIE" IS ONE OF THE FAMILY,BUT ALSO MY FAITHFUL, DEVOTED FRIEND AS WELL. I ENJOYED THIS BOOK VERY MUCH AND SO WILL ANYONE WHO READS IT. EVERY PET OWNER HAS A SPECIAL PLACE IN THEIR HEART FOR THEIR OWN PET,AND THIS BOOK WILL CAPTURE YOURS AS WELL. IT'S GOOD READING FOR YOUR SOUL!

outstanding!

This is a great book for so many reasons! I bought this as a gift for someone and thought about keeping it for myself. It has wonderful little poems throughout. There is a whole section on the death of a pet as well containing poems, eulogies, and songs. A great book for anyone who has a special pet:)

A must-have for all pet lovers

I wasn't sure what to expect from a book entitled, "Animal Blessings." What I found is a true gem. This book is a collection clever quotes, small anecdotes and heartfelt tributes to cats, dogs, horses and other pet animals. Some of them are old favorites; others are new musings on the joys of pet ownership. Each is no more than a page or two. It's a book you don't have to read through in consecutive order. Pick it up and read a page or two at random. Our pets are truly blessings in our lives, and this book is a wonderful way for us to express our love and thanks to them. Have a kleenex ready for the chapter devoted to pets who have passed on.