Newsy Tuesday! Book Update!

Gibson proofing a draft of the children's book about him!

It's an exciting Newsy Tuesday here! I just finished editing a draft of the first book in my children's series of FiveSibes™ Tales (illustrated by the talented Michelle Littler), What's Wrong With Gibson? Learning About K-9 Epilepsy! Gibson helped proof the draft and check that everything was A-OK before sending it back to the printer for final edits. If you are interested in getting a copy, they can be pre-ordered at a discount at ArcticHouse Publishing. And we'll be happy to do any personalizations, just note it in the "comment" section of the order form! And just a reminder that a percentage of proceeds from the book (post expenses) will be donated to the non-profit organization, Canine Epilepsy Resources, to help with their continued support and information for parents of Epi-dogs worldwide. As you know, this is a cause that is very near and dear to my heart, with my Epi-dog Gibson being my inspiration for the story, and we wanted to carry the message that there are those living full, happy lives with epilepsy. We should have the finished books in our hot little paws very soon!

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  1. EllenDecember 13, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Until recently I didn't know anything about Canine Epilepsy. The breeder where Tucker came from was telling us about one of the pups from the year before who just was diagnosed and how they were trying to help the family out.

    What a wonderful way to explain and personalize this....what a brave poochie Gibson is!

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  2. Brian's Home BlogDecember 13, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Congrats on an exciting paw forward!!!

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  3. Frankie Furter and ErnieDecember 13, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    SIGH... a perfect way to put the information out there. Best of Luck with the book and the SERIES.

    LOVE you Header!!!

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  4. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Go Gibson! You rock!!

    Elyse and Riley

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  5. trumpDecember 13, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Thought id leave a comment on your blog and say hello. Richard from an Amish settlement in Pennsylvania.

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  6. 2browndawgsDecember 13, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    How exciting! Best of luck with the book. Such a good cause. So much is not known about canine epilepsy.

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  7. BassetmommaDecember 13, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Good luck on your book. How exciting for you!

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  8. Road Dog TalesDecember 13, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Just read your feature in American Dog! AWESOME! You guys are up to lots of cool stuff!

    The Road Dogs aka Pit Bull Frogs

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  9. Boss Mare EventingDecember 13, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    This is great, I will be ordering a book for sure when it's ready! Thank you for supporting canine epilepsy!

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  10. Two French BulldogsDecember 13, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    How exciting is that!! Confratulations
    Benny & Lily

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  11. 24 Paws of LoveDecember 13, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Very exciting! We are all proud of you and Gibson for taking the time to share about your experiences and knowledge.

    And Gibson makes a very good proofreader!!

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  12. Carol's Critter CornerDecember 14, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    Wow, how exciting, congratulations. And thank you for giving to Canine Epilepsy Resources.

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  13. Bailey Be Good!December 14, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Wooohooo! How exciting!

    Woofs & hugs! <3

    ~Bailey (Yep, I'm a girl!)

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