This is a very interesting story of a British military family who must face a crisis that they aren't prepared for and even the 'experts' cannot define and, frankly, seem to be more hindrance than help on several occasions. In the U. S., Allen would have been much better treated and received much greater help. Endal comes into their lives at the right time -- Sandra is nearly at the end of her rope and Allen is finally ready, though relucantly, to accept the help of a canine partner. Endal is an incredible dog, but it's what he does to give Allen independence and allow him to grow and achieve so much even while mentally disabled that turns the tide for the family. Every dog lover should read about Endal. Allen is a young man in the navy, when in a foreign port is given leave to visit with a local family. On the way to their house, he is involved in a car accident and suffers a moderate head injury. This injury however leaves him with a vast range of disablities, making him eventually unfit for work, and places huge stress on his wife and children.Allens wife Sandra alternates chapters with him, and through her work volunteering with disablilty dogs, Allen gets to meet Endal a lab who changes his life and independence.I enjoyed reading the family story from both points of view,and thought it was an easy read.
What do You think about Een Held Van Een Hond (2009)?
Proves yet again how important pets/animals can be in the healing process. Quite enjoyed this book.
—Lover1234
