Every dog owner knows that puppies are equal parts adorable and trouble. But what happens when those little balls of fluff turn an ordinary evening into a bizarre wilderness rescue mission? That’s exactly what unfolds in Chapter 2 of Amazing Dog Stories by David Wilk—a finalist for Book of the Year fromthe National Dog Writers … Read more

There are moments in life when time stands still. One of those moments opens Chapter 1 of Amazing Dog Stories by David Wilk, a finalist for Book of the Year by the National Dog Writers Association. This chapter doesn’t ease you into the book gently. It throws you right into the heart-pounding chaos of a … Read more

Dogs seem to know. They can sense when something’s wrong, when someone needs comfort, and when to offer their quiet companionship without saying a word. In Amazing Dog Stories, author David Wilk shares story after story of these moments—times when his dogs didn’t just love him and his wife, Terryle (“Tunes”), but seemed to understand … Read more

Living in the California hills may sound like a peaceful, idyllic experience—and for the most part, it is. But in Amazing Dog Stories by David Wilk, we find out that when you mix wide-open wilderness, curious puppies, and a rattlesnake or two, the result can be pure chaos. Of course, chaos becomes comedy in Wilk’s … Read more

There’s no bond quite like the one between a dog and its human—and sometimes, that bond leads to wild ideas. In Amazing Dog Stories by David Wilk, one of the most unforgettable and hilarious tales comes from a moment of inspiration that turned into a literal crash course in dog-walking innovation. It’s just one of … Read more

If you think dogs only get into trouble when left alone, think again. Sometimes, all it takes is a few distracted humans, a holiday meal, and a leftover can of turkey grease. That’s exactly what happened to David Wilk and his family in one of the most unexpectedly tense and hilarious chapters from Amazing Dog … Read more

Some dog stories are cute. Some are funny. And some leave you gripping the edge of your seat, heart racing, barely able to believe what just happened. That’s exactly how it feels reading one of the most unforgettable stories in Amazing Dog Stories by David Wilk—a book that’s not only full of heart but also … Read more

If you’ve ever lived with a dog, you know—they’re not just pets. They’re friends, confidants, and teachers. That’s what David Wilk reminds us in his moving book, Amazing Dog Stories, a National Dog Writers Association Book of the Year finalist. This book of true-life stories doesn’t merely make you laugh and cry—it makes you consider … Read more

Some dogs have an uncanny ability to wander into the most unexpected situations. Tinker, a curious and social Golden Retriever, was one such pup. In Amazing Dog Stories—a finalist for the National Dog Writers Association’s Book of the Year—we learn how a simple evening stroll turned into a dramatic rescue operation involving fire trucks, flashing … Read more

Some dogs are natural-born troublemakers, but Petey took it to a new level. In Amazing Dog Stories—a finalist for the National Dog Writers Association’s Book of the Year—we follow the fearless (and sometimes reckless) Petey as he stumbles into one of the most dangerous situations a dog could face: sinking into an isolated tar pit … Read more