Oogy the pit bull book

Former bait dog oogy died surrounded by loving family life. He started out life as a bait dog left for dead, but ended surrounded by family members who absolutely cherished him for the last 12 years. In the bestselling tradition of rescuing sprite comes the story of a puppy brought back from the brink of death, and the family he adopted. Going to talk about dog fighting and breed stereotyping and whatever else comes up along the way. This is a reprint of some issues of the pit bull fancier magazine 1925 1926 1927.

What weve learned is you cant avoid bad things happening, you cant let them define who you are. The story of a friendly, severely injured puppy who had been used as a bait dog in dog fights, and the family who adopted him. Oogy has a neck like a fire hydrant to protect him when he closes on his prey. Oogy appeared to be a pit bull puppy who had probably been used as bait in the training of fighting dogs. Oogy teaches not only love, but compassion, acceptance, forgiveness and how to move on even in the face of horror. The dog only a family could love 1 by larry levin isbn. You have to wait and see whats going to come out at the other end. Being a pit bull rescuer myself, i was attracted to the book by its cover, but once i started reading it, i couldnt put it down. Kids would learn about oogy s sad beginnings, and take up collections for nonprofit and rescue groups. Dog fighting is the main reason bsl exists, ban dogs that are typically fought. Published on aug 11, 2010 heartwarming and redemptive, oogy is the story of the people who were determined to rescue this dog against all odds, and of the family who took him home, named him oogy. Heartwarming and redemptive, oogy is the story of the people who were determined to rescue this dog against all odds, and of the family who took him home, named him oogy an affectionate derivative of ugly, and made him one of their ownmore hardcover, 214 pages. We catch up with oogy, a former bait dog who became the star. Great pedigree information, along with rare photographs.

The dog only a family could love by larry levin was not what i expected it to be like. Theres a new book out about a family and their dog. In the bestselling tradition of rescuing sprite comes the story of a puppy. Its about oogy, a dogo argentino, that was left at. Jen said she was concerned that the dog might bite someone. Pit bull explores the history of americas most feared dog author bronwen dickey says the idea of pit bulls as predators is based on myth and misinformation. The new book pit stops is about author michelle sathes crosscountry road trip w a homeless pit bull named kara. You see oogy is a pit bull and he came from a fighting dog ring. The american pit bull terrier photo album this is a hard cover 152 page book by t. Oogy, the disfigured former bait dog made famous by a 2008 appearance on the oprah winfrey show and a consequent 2010 bestselling book, died in march 2015 surrounded by his family. The dog only a family could love book online at best prices in india on. Oogy and i are going to meet with haddonfield nj middle school on friday along with a couple of friends from lilas pit bull rescue. We catch up with oogy, a former bait dog who became the star of a bestselling book the dogo argentino survived unimaginable brutality as a puppy, but went on to find a family and an international. The book features photos in the calendars signature style.

People arent against pit bulls, theyre against dog fighting. This book was written by a friend of mine full disclosure and i was eager to download it. Oogy the pit bull was rescued after being brutally attacked by a fighting dog. Heartwarming and redemptive, oogy is the story of the people who were determined to rescue this dog against all odds, and of the family who. Oogy larry levin audiobook online download, free audio book. American pit bull terrier books all about the history of. The dog only a family could love audiobook by larry levin. Amazingly, even after everything oogy had survived, he continued to love and trust people and only wanted to love and be loved. Below you will find a list of books i enjoyed and recommend to other pit bull owners. Attorney levin shares the by turns horrifying and heartwarming story of oogy, his gentle pit bull who went from brutalized bait for fighting dogs to beloved family member and therapy dog. God bless you, the levin family for giving oogy a second chance at life, especially thinking from the start that he was a pit bull. Even though oogy was a dogo and my guys are pit bulls, i guess all abused animals respond the same to. Oogy larry levin audiobook online download, free audio.

The dog only a family could love written by anonymous on march 27th, 2012. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Mar 21, 2020 oogy is the story of a dog who thinks hes a boy, of the men and women at the animal hospital who were determined to rescue him even though he didnt seem to stand a chance, of why the levins have to close the refrigerator door with a bungee cord, and how adopting oogy brought the levins whose sons are themselves adopted even closer together. The beloved new york times bestselling story of a puppy brought back from the brink of death, and the family he adopted. Colby page images at hathitrust items below if any are from related and broader terms. Feb 24, 2012 the book features 82 pit bull type dogs and their stories, including 10 former vick dogs, oogy, wallace the pit bull and many other gorgeous pit bull type dogs.

Oct 18, 2011 oogy appeared to be a pit bull puppy who had probably been used as bait in the training of fighting dogs. Former bait dog oogy died surrounded by loving family. B thought oogy was a pit bull, which made my wife, jennifer, somewhat apprehensive, but dr. Oogy is not a pit bull as one would conclude from his picture on the cover. Oogy the dog only a family could love was written for those of us who love our dogs. However, his story is not one that we typically hear. He got just that from larry, even if it did take him a bit to figure it out.

Best books for pit bull lovers goodreads share book. Here in england, pit bull terriers are a banned breed, but in the usa it is not the same in all states. In 2002, larry levin and his twin sons, dan and noah, took their terminally ill cat to the ardmore animal hospital outside philadelphia to have the beloved pet put to sleep. His touching story became a bestselling book that inspired the world and increased awareness of the horrible cruelty that is dog fighting. As the book wends on, it is more likely that oogy is a. Also some issues of the american bull terrier magazine 1926. I like this book because it shows the rich history of the american pit bull terrier. Oogy being a pit bull rescuer myself, i was attracted to the book by its cover, but once i started reading it, i couldnt put it down. If you dont like this story then you need to make sure your heart is beating. For more than one hundred years, the collby family has devoted itself to breeding the greatest pit bull terriers on the globe.

The book allowed larry, along with oogy, to become involved with rescue fundraisers and be a guest speaker at schools. His touching story became a bestselling book that inspired the world and increased awareness of the horrible cruelty that is. The lessons both taught and learned are fascinating. All the things mr levin said that oogy did reminded me so much of my guys who lay at my feet while i read. Jan 27, 2011 as his dustjacket photo proves, the star of this book wont be winning any beauty contests. Oogy is the story of a dog who thinks hes a boy, of the men and women at the animal hospital who were determined to rescue him even though he didnt seem to stand a chance, of why the levins have to close the refrigerator door with a bungee cord, and how adopting oogy brought the levins whose sons are themselves adopted even closer together. The author tells the whole story very well, but the narrator bothered me the whole book. This book details the history of the breed and the origins of todays pit bull.

Fully grown, oogy is 85 pounds of solid muscle, but he does not know this and sits on us. When this book landed on my desk last month i quickly glanced at the cover, scanned the back and shoved it beneath a pile of papers. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Meet oogy, oogy was about ten weeks old and weighed 20 pounds he was tied to a stake and used as bait for a pit bull. Oogy book charlotte mecklenburg library bibliocommons.

Even though oogy was a dogo and my guys are pit bulls, i guess all abused animals respond the same to love an excellent book. The story is wonderfuloogy is a remarkable dog, and the family that adopts him is special as well. And one time, she told us about this incredible dog named oogy. The book also educates about bully breeds and inspires readers with tales of individual dogs, including stars such as oogy, who was featured in the calendar and later was the. The dog only a family could love and millions of other books are available for instant access.

Oogy is a white pitbullish dog with a truly strange, skewwhiff face left ear missing, part of. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Oogy, initially thought to be a pit bull, was later discovered to be a dogo argentino, a breed known to its fans for its devotion to its family. He now lives with a family who loves him and even inspired his guardian to write a book on his story. A complete treatise on the breed covering the entire field, useful and valuable to all owners of an american pit bull terrier sacramento. Rene lynch on oogy, a dog so ugly hell run off with your heart. One of the best things about this book is the pictures. American pit bull terrier books worth reading i have read dozens of pit bull books and watched just as many dvds since i first got involved with the breed.

After extensive surgery and rehabilitation, oogy was deemed ready for adoption and eventually went to live with the levin family father larry, the book s author, his wife and their twin boys. Oogy was the underdog and needed someone to try to understand him and his actions. B assured her, this dog doesnt have a mean bone in his body. He was bitten so hard a piece of his lower jaw was crushed. In 2002, larry levin and his twin sons, dan and noah, took their terminally ill cat to the ardmore animal hospital outside philadelphia to have the beloved pet p. As the book wends on, it is more likely that oogy is a dogo argentina, a breed that was bred to be pack hunters and guardians. The dog only a family could love book online at low. I see many similarities between oogy and my wonderful border collie. We catch up with oogy, a former bait dog who became the. The new book pit stops 2, is about author michelle sathes crosscountry road trip w a homeless pit bull named kara. He is built like a pit bull on steroids, with white fur as soft as butter and black freckles. Oogys story when our dog oogy was about ten weeks old and weighed 20 pounds he was tied to a stake and used as bait for a pit bull. Diane took oogy home for several weeks to make sure he was safe with kids, to house break and crate train him.

The dog only a family could love by larry levin goodreads. The left side of his face including most of his ear was torn off. It turned out oogy was not a pit bull but a dogo argentino, a large, muscular and impressive dog, which grows to be much larger than a pit. I am an animal lover and it was difficult for me to get through the part of this book that went into detail about the injuries that oogy had as a result of the dog fighting pit bull attack. In striving to enrich the lives of all readers, teachingbooks supports the first amendment and celebrates the right to read. Pitbull books top pit bull books that you must own. The dog only a family could love by larry levin is a true story about a. Pit bull is a blanket term for several types of bull terriers. Aug 11, 2010 heartwarming and redemptive, oogy is the story of the people who were determined to rescue this dog against all odds, and of the family who took him home, named him oogy an affectionate. A childrens picture book of pit bull type dogs, most rescued, in sleepy time poses. Attorney levin shares the by turns horrifying and heartwarming story of oogy, his gentle pit bull who went from brutalized bait for fighting dogs.

It also includes some tips about dog care and encourages responsible dog ownership. If they do they most likely made the video themselves so now based on a lie from pro pit bull there will be millions for them to make with profits off books, clothing, toys all centered around oogy the bait dog who was never a bait dog, but a fighting dog. Specifically this particular line of the breed dating back well over 100 years. New book tells the story of oogy, rescued bait dog with an. Apbtbooks is all about the american pit bull terrier, almost every book ever written about the breed is here welcome.

Larry levin the story of a friendly, severely injured puppy who had been used as a bait dog in dog fights, and the family who adopted him. If you are wondering of getting a new pit bull book there are actually dozens on the market, so we at decide to create a list of some of the best pitbull books available colbys book of the american pit bull terrier. I expected a fast paced story of a dog who was abused then adopted into a loving family. In 2002, larry levin and his twin sons, dan and noah, took their terminally ill cat to the ardmore animal hospital outside philadelphia to have the beloved pet. The pit bull s reputation as a tough dog is examined, as well as its work in pet therapy and its role as a household pet. Oogy became a celebrity in 2008 when he guest starred on oprah, and went on to become the subject of a book in 2010. The dog only a family could love by larry levin audio. The book became a bestseller, and oogy rose to stardom in the dog world.