My appreciation goes to Barbour editor Susan Downs and my agent, Tamela Hancock Murray, for believing I could write a book. Cheryl Williford, you jump-started this. My sister, Kelly Ender, primed the pump. Kim Sawyer and Margie Vawter, thanks for holding my hand and the red pens. ACFW members, you taught me so much. I appreciate the information given to me by the staff of Hill Country Animal Hospital and Palms Pet Resort, as well as by Brenda Matheny of BrenRich Newfoundlands.
    No better friends exist than Caron and Lee Wise. Sarah, Rachel, Matthew, Dawn, Matt, Trevor, and Eliana---my family means the world t me. I love you.
    This book is dedicated to my parents, Bill and Sue Caudel, who art in heaven. Thank You, Lord, for allowing me this adventure.