The book “The Particulars of Peter” by Kelly Conaboy is a heartwarming and humorous memoir that recounts the author’s experience with a dog named Peter. The story begins in the spring of 2017 when the author first meets Peter, who initially comes to her as a foster dog.

Describing Peter as calm, puppy-eyed, and possessing the heart and soul of a poet, the author quickly forms a deep connection with him. It is revealed that Peter had previously been assigned to another foster but was unable to stay due to reasons related to frequent urination, which are not disclosed further.

The rescue organization needed someone who could provide a stable and nurturing environment for Peter, free from the responsibilities that would require them to regularly leave the house for work or socializing. As a writer, the author was deemed an ideal candidate and thus began their extraordinary love story.

Throughout the book, Conaboy shares various anecdotes and experiences she has with Peter. She delves into their daily routines, adventures, and the challenges they face together. The narrative explores the profound bond that develops between human and animal, highlighting the transformative power of love and companionship.

“The Particulars of Peter” offers a unique perspective on pet ownership and the joys and struggles that come with it. Conaboy’s writing style is engaging and filled with wit, making for an entertaining read. The book not only celebrates the special relationship between the author and Peter but also sheds light on the importance of animal rescue and adoption.

Overall, “The Particulars of Peter” is a heartfelt memoir that captures the essence of unconditional love between a human and their furry companion. It is a story that resonates with pet owners and animal lovers alike, reminding us of the profound impact our four-legged friends can have on our lives.

• The Particulars of Peter

• Dance Lessons, DNA Tests, and Other Excuses to Hang Out with My Perfect Dog
• By: Kelly Conaboy
• Narrated by: Dara Rosenberg, Kelly Conaboy

The author met Peter in the spring of 2017. He – calm, puppy-eyed, with the heart of a poet and also the soul of a poet – came to her first as a nurturer. He can’t stay with his former designated foster caretaker for reasons that have nothing to do with you, but we’ll tell you something related to frequent urination. The rescue needed someone who didn’t have to bear the responsibilities that forced her to leave the house frequently to work or socialize, and a writer was the natural choice. So begins a love story for the ages.

The Particulars of Peter is a humorous exploration of the joy found in loving a dog to the point of making you feel like you’re on fire and the author’s latent dependent relationship with her sweet dog. there, Peter. Listeners will follow Peter and his owner to Woofstock, “the largest outdoor dog festival in North America” and join them in lessons on Canine Freestyle, a sport in which dogs perform perform a musical routine, creating the illusion that they are dancing with their owner. From learning about Peter’s DNA, to seeing if dogs can sense the presence of ghosts, The Particulars of Peter will provide listeners with a smart, entertaining respite from from the harsh world of humans to the fun little world of dogs.

Listeners will accompany this lovely duo through interesting trips, interesting lessons, moments of quiet connection and maybe a failure or two. By combining memoir and entertainment, The Particulars of Peter promises to renew the long-popular light-dog genre in a book of fine chivalry.

I’ve never been motivated to write a book review before, but I fell in love with this author and was so enthralled by her observations that I was here. Luckily, I finished this book in just a few days, as I spent those days making everyone around me – specifically my boyfriend – laugh while reading it. If you are looking for something a little different and perfect to get out of this somewhat difficult time, then I highly recommend it.

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