Jace's Journey
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5.0 • 1 Rating
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- $6.99
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- $6.99
Publisher Description
“There’s nothing more I can do for you.”
We had officially hit rock bottom, my dog and me.
A moving story about a woman and her dog, Jace’s Journey is a testament to those dog owners who, try as they might, struggle with their dogs’ anxieties, triggers, and traumas. Van Mulligen takes you on a journey through time, trust, consistency, and acceptance—from tears to triumph.
The journey begins when Van Mulligen and her husband choose to foster Jace, a rescue pup and their first-ever dog. Beautiful and charming, Jace is a Xoloitzcuintli from Mexico who, despite his sweet character and calm demeanour, is troubled and anxiety-ridden. The busy streets, loud noises, and passersby of Vancouver, B.C. have a terrible impact on him, unleashing behavioral issues and unshakeable fears. Out of her depth, Van Mulligen seeks help from professionals everywhere.
Van Mulligen journals the struggles and successes of Jace’s training, development, and rehabilitation. Far from easy, she details the challenging process, including what tools and resources proved fruitful and which tricks and tips gave them hope. Chock-full of good advice and relatable experiences, this book is a light in the dark for dog owners and lovers.
Customer Reviews
A must read for anyone with a dog
I read the eBook but have since ordered the paperback as I will be reading it again. Jace’s Journey tells the story of a dog who is so afraid of the world that he couldn’t function outside his home. Jace’s family tried everything they could think of, including but not limited to trainers and medication, to help him to overcome his fears, but nothing was working. With nowhere else to turn and not willing to give up on Jace, Daenna took it upon herself to research, study and reach out to anyone who may be able to provide information on how to rehabilitate Jace. She explains what worked/did not work for them and what she would have done differently, had she known. Following this journey may provide new options for those dealing with fearful or aggressive dogs but it also provides interesting insight for people with “easy/friendly” dogs. While we have had relatively “easy” dogs over the years, after reading Jace’s Journey I was able to recognize some of my own behaviors (allowing my dogs to greet dogs on leash) could have a negative impact on the leashed dog and could potentially be dangerous for all involved. This beautifully written book has me reflecting on what I can do to improve my relationship with my dogs and make their lives easier while navigating this world alongside us.