Contains religious references and quotes from the Bible.
"This is the Christian edition of Connie's original version [where] Scripture was removed on the advice of marketing. However, Connie's intense desire to share her faith-filled belief in Hogan's success compelled her to restore the original manuscript." -- from Author's Note.
Summary
Hogan's Hope is the heartwarming story of a deaf dog who escaped death during the time when the prevalent belief was that deaf dogs needed to be destroyed. He learned American Sign Language, engaged in normal puppy activities, and provided the hope of life, not death, for deaf dogs worldwide.
Contents
Comings and goings -- The first year -- Changes -- The rescue -- A dream come true -- A growing family -- "Lights, camera, action" -- The mission emphasized -- An unforeseen challenge -- First family vacation -- A rising star -- Favorite things -- Therapy work for children and seniors -- Peace -- My final days -- Appendix 1: Hogan's appearances -- Appendix 2: Hogan's news coverage and publications -- Appendix 3: Hogan's ASL vocabulary -- Appendix 4: Beginning letter -- Appendix 5: Living with a deaf dog.
