Re-issue: Wondrous Again w/ Dean Koontz

Re-issue: Wondrous Again w/ Dean Koontz

Author: As It Should Be Productions January 5, 2021 Duration: 20:53
We are re-issuing our interview with book author Dean Koontz as it was the most popular episode of Dog Save The People during 2020. With the circumstances this past year of the pandemic, many found comfort and normalcy in the simple act of taking their dog for a walk every day. With Dean, observing his dog’s curiosity during walks, helped him to re-look at the world, he started being more observant of his immediate surroundings, more appreciative of everyday natural life outside We thought it would be fitting to share his episode again, as it's so representative of many dog owners around the world are feeling – now, more than ever. Dean Koontz is a number one bestselling author whose work spans six decades and has had both commercial and critical success. His books have sold more than 500 million copies to date. Koontz also has written about several dog characters in his work, including his new book DEVOTED. Dean has had three dogs of his own now – each of whom has had their own impact on him, but especially his first dog, Trixie. The dogs have come from Canine Companions for Independence, an organization that provides assistance dogs free of charge to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities – of which has become Dean’s favorite charity for giving his time and resources. Dogs have impacted Dean both on a personal and professional level, and you can really hear it in his voice. FEATURED LINKS Dean’s book DEVOTED on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Devoted-Dean-Koontz/dp/1542019508 Dean’s new book ELSEWHERE on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Elsewhere-Dean-Koontz/dp/1542019850 Dean’s upcoming book THE OTHER EMILY on Amazon (March 2021) - https://www.amazon.com/Other-Emily-Dean-Koontz/dp/1542019958 Dean Koontz website - https://www.deankoontz.com Dean Koontz on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deankoontzofficial Dean Koontz on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/deankoontzofficial Dean Koontz on Twitter - https://twitter.com/deankoontz Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) website - https://www.cci.org Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ccicanine Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/caninecompanions Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ccicanine A Big Little Life memoir on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Big-Little-Life-Memoir-Joyful-ebook/dp/B004VNZHDC Trixie’s books - https://www.deankoontz.com/trixie-booklist/

We often talk about saving dogs, but what happens when the roles are reversed? Dog Save The People explores that quiet, profound exchange. Hosted by Dr. Sharon Holland, an author and professor whose work examines the moral lines we draw between species, this podcast listens deeply to the stories that emerge from life with a dog. Each conversation reveals how the daily acts of feeding, walking, and caring for a canine companion can unexpectedly reshape our own routines, priorities, and emotional well-being. You’ll hear from a variety of people-families, kids, athletes, and those navigating mental health challenges-about the tangible ways a dog’s presence alters the rhythm of a home, encourages physical activity, and forges a unique kind of companionship. Produced by As It Should Be Productions, the series doesn’t offer training tips but instead considers the philosophical underpinnings of these relationships. It’s about the mutual rescue, the subtle fitness of heart and body that comes from having a responsibility to another creature. Tune in for a thoughtful, grounded discussion that goes beyond the simple joy of pet ownership to consider how these bonds fundamentally alter who we are, making the case that sometimes, the leash pulls both ways. This is a podcast for anyone who suspects their dog has done more for them than they could ever repay.
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