Product Description

The remarkable story of Endal, voted 'Dog of the Millennium', and how, through his remarkable skills, companionship and unstinting devotion, he gave Allen Parton a reason to live again. Allen Parton was seriously injured while serving in the Gulf War. He lost the use of both of his legs, plus all memories of his children and much of his marriage. He was left unable to walk, talk or write - isolated in his own world. After five years of intensive therapy and rehab, he was still angry, bitter and unable to talk. Until a chance encounter with a Labrador puppy - Endal - who had failed his training as an assistance dog on health grounds. They 'adopted' each other, and Endal became Allen's reason to communicate with the outside world, to come to terms with his injuries, and to want to live again. Not content with learning over 200 commands to help Allen complete everyday tasks like getting dressed and going out to the shops in his wheelchair, Endal gave Allen the ability to start living again, and to become a husband and father again in his own special way. This is the incredible story of Allen, his wife Sandra, and his family. And, of course, Endal.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3628 in Books
• Published on: 2009-02-05
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 320 pages

Review
'Endal is a true dog hero: kind, intelligent, incredibly resourceful, very funny and utterly devoted to his master Allen Parton [!] this is one of the great uplifting dog stories.' Jilly Cooper

About the Author
Allen Parton was serving in the Gulf War when an accident robbed him of the use of his legs and half of his long-term and short-term memory. After 5 years in hospital, he was still unable to walk, talk, read or write. It was only when he was partnered up with his Canine Partner, Endal, that he found the strength to learn to communicate with the world again. As his aide with everyday tasks, Endal allows Allen to lead an independent life. Endal has been given many awards, including the PDSA Gold Award and Dog of the Millenium award. Allen and Endal currently work with a number of animal and disability charities.

Customer Reviews

Review of Endal
This is an amazing book that is very easy to read, but will draw out every emotion you possess through the intense sequence of events in Allen and Sandra's lives. By alternating between the perspectives of Allen and Sandra, you gain a balanced view of how illness and injury affects a marriage and ultimately the family unit .Endal as a canine seems to possess a unique ability to reach out and help humans, succeeding in areas that human communication and therapy failed .Endal's determined character and love for Allen is so inspirational that I have ordered four more copies of the book for relatives as it is a story that I believe brings hope and strength for everyone who reads it.

PROUD TO HAVE MET ENDAL
Couldn't wait to read this book as my Mum and I met Endal a few years ago.
I work alongside ex Navy personnel so was also interested in the first half of the book that details the trials that Allen had to go through prior to being matched up with Endal. When Endal appears it really warms the heart - can a dog be so intelligent and understanding - I believe so! What a feelgood end the book had - I loved it!

a heart wrenching read - fantastic!
I picked this up an couldn't put it down again - I ended up reading it in one sitting!
It's heart warming to read what Allan and Sandra have come through and how Endal brought them back together! Very moving.