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Animal rescue adventure. Shero who came to the defense of fur babies.

Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2019

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Starting a 501-3c non-profit animal rescue isn't easy under any circumstances. . ..but Tamira Ci Thayne has never been accused of doing something because it's easy. She's a woman who walks the walk. In her new book, "It Went to the Dogs", she lets readers behind the scenes during her quest to do something *really* hard -- turning Michael Vick's dog fighting property into a rescue for chained and penned dogs.
Tamira's objective was to transform the bad energy of Vick's property into good energy. To memorialize the Dogs who had died in fear; heal the place, and the ghosts of those dogs; and to create a safe space to rehabilitate dogs who had only ever known isolation and loneliness, preparing them to be adopted into loving families. Many of those dogs' stories are told throughout the book.
The endeavor was met with obstacles, treachery, and disdain at every turn -- but through it all, Thayne persisted, and she is nothing if not tenacious. Tamira's story is for anyone in animal rescue, everyone who has ever come up against insurmountable odds, and everyone who loves dogs. It is a master class in pursuing your dream.

David Hoover

A story of perseverance in the face of extreme challenges

Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2020

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I have had the privilege of meeting the author and visiting the Good Newz Rehab Center in Smithfield VA, the history of which is extensively documented in this book. There’s no doubt whatsoever that Tamira Thayne has transformed a place of unspeakable terror and torture against dogs into a healing, loving refuge for formerly chained, penned, and abused dogs. The facility I saw was exactly as described in this book: it was immaculate, the staff was attentive and compassionate, the grounds were well-maintained and set up to provide safety, exercise and comfort for the dogs, top-notch medical care was provided, along with good food, clean water, and well, love. That transformation alone should make this story compelling, but the fact that Tamira accomplished all of that while being subjected to constant intimidation, harassment and persecution by Surry County officials and residents is what gives this story its edge. The treatment she endured was shameful, but she persisted in her mission to create a refuge and safe haven for chained dogs so that they could be rehabilitated and placed into loving forever homes. Tamira’s respect and affection for all animals – not just dogs – is boundless, and what she achieved in Smithfield is nothing short of a small miracle.

Melanie McMahon

A compelling story of a modern day Wonder Woman

Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2019

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Attention all dog lovers and freedom fighters!!! Add this to your “must read” list! The is the story of a modern day Wonder Woman’s battle against a local government, old fashioned ignorance and a never ending war on animal abuse. Thoughtful, compelling and well written. This book is an emotional roller coaster...pride, joy, compassion and outrage rolled into one. A definite must have💕

katie rowe

Good book

Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2020

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Ok f Michael Vick but thank god some of the dogs made it out of the hell hole. Good book have kleenex s by you

Kit W.

A story of assertiveness; motivation, and triumph - all through the means of overall advocacy.

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2020

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This is a compelling story that covers so many areas. It is not only details personal battles; it details battles of much needed reform. Complete reform of the Criminal Justice System is much needed as it is a complex and intricate part of everyone's life.

Everyone who is wanting to read this book and has read the book can relate in multiple ways.

Pam

A very easy, very important read.

Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2019

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The story told in this book is both tragic and celebratory. What Tamira Thayne did for chained/ penned dogs and for the rescue world is immeasurable. If you are part of the rescue world, you’ll want to read this book. If you aren’t and just looking for a good read about special people and special animals, this book will also do.

pster

Painful subject buthg bgood writer

Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2020

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A painful subject, but I had to know the details of what happened.
As a dog lover my heart breaks for these dogs; not for Vick.

Walter Jay Gunn

Compelling! Transparent! The Honest Account About the Mansion That Went to the Dogs.

Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2019

As someone who dedicated tears, sweat, blood, and devotion to Dogs Deserve Better and Bad Newz Kennels for the rescue, recovery, and rehabilitation of liberated dogs, I can vouch for the accuracy and veracity of this account. Yes, there were some mistakes borne out of good intentions and ignorance, but none of those were serious, harmed any dogs, or merited the withering criticism from Tamira’s opponents within and without the organization.

The single struggle to free and rehabilitate chained and penned dogs soon became a war that Tamira had to fight on many fronts: government corruption and obstruction, embezzlement, slander, betrayal…all of which eventually turned this struggle into one for her own survival and sanity. All the while, the lives of dogs and others were being relieved, restored, and renewed because of Tamira’s stubborn and unquestionable commitment to compassion, justice, mercy, and Truth.

This is a compelling read that almost every animal rights and welfare activist and advocate can relate to. With the support of so many likeminded, generous, and kind-hearted people, Tamira accomplished something that few people will ever do, at a cost that fewer people will ever pay.

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Liz W

Dogs deserve better

Reviewed in Canada on December 15, 2019

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In this book Tamira Thayne, founder of the non profit organization Dogs Deserve Better, tells us the story of purchasing the property of notorious dog fighter/animal abuser Michael Vick and her battle to turn it into a rescue for chained dogs. As she set about establishing the Good Newz Kennels as a sanctuary, training and adoption centre for rescued dogs who had previously been tethered for life, she was met with constant bullying and harassment by neighbours and corrupt authorities in a county divided by race, where Michael Vick was still considered a star. Along with internal organizational struggles from employee embezzlement and addictions, what started as a dream to save dogs became a lesson in human frailties and prejudices.
Tamira writes humbly and frankly about her naivety and of not trusting her own instincts which eventually resulted in an emotional collapse. Yet she has much to be proud of: raising millions of dollars for Dogs Deserve Better, turning a dog fighting compound into a sanctuary, saving untold numbers of animals from lives of neglect and cruelty. Her honesty and resilience is apparent throughout the book. This is a very readable account as much about social justice or the lack thereof as it is about saving dogs.

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