Lyssa's Story
A Dog's Legacy
by Cheryle Sutherland

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Lyssa's story might have ended before it even began. Facing certain death in a high-kill shelter in the Mojave Desert, against all odds she found her people in the world under the wide-open prairie skies of Saskatchewan and in the scenic river valleys of Alberta. Her transformation from an ordinary dog to an extraordinary companion wasn't always easy. There were many ups and downs, with lessons to be learned for both Lyssa and her humans. Along the way came frustration and laughter, heartache and joy, and discovering what it truly means to show up for each other. Step by step, they learned to face challenges together. This is the story of a remarkable dog who learned to trust again, and in doing so, changed the hearts and minds of everyone who loved her. If you have ever loved a dog like family, Lyssa's Story is a reminder of second chances, unconditional love and the unshakable bond between dogs and their humans. Her lessons, and love, live on in every page.

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TESTIMONIAL: "Rarely do I get to work with writing like this, where I can connect with the story, the author, and the love of an animal so completely. It brought back so many good memories of my own animals I've said goodbye to over the years, and I feel honored I got to know Lyssa through her story. " - Alexandra Baumgarten Quote: "She was a lovely soul. Rest in peace, Lyssa. You shared lots of love around to so many. Job well done." - Sylvia Coward

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Cheryle Sutherland is a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother as well as a life-long animal lover who discovered a new purpose the day she crossed paths with Lyssa, a shelter dog from California who changed everything. A devoted dog mom, storyteller and retired salon owner, Cheryle hopes to inspire others to look past labels and open their hearts to rescued animals. She has lived in both Saskatchewan and Alberta, and holds Lyssa's memory close in every chapter of life. You can reach Cheryle at cheryle.s.author@gmail.com.

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Contributors

Author

Cheryle Sutherland

Editor

Alexandra Baumgarten