Therapy Dog and Helpers Appear at Book Signing

Released on = March 17, 2005, 12:08 pm

Press Release Author = R. L. Frank/ Hummingbird Mountain Press

Industry = Entertainment

Press Release Summary = Petey the Therapy Dog, a mixed breed pet, is set for his first book signing event at the Sierra Artist's Gallery in historic downtown Mariposa, CA on April 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. His paw print will be affixed to customers copies of "Petey's Pawbook of Doggone Good Advice".

Press Release Body =
[Mariposa, California, March -- 2005.] Petey the Therapy Dog, a mixed breed pet with some Border Collie and Pointer heritage, is set for his first book signing event at the Sierra Artist's Gallery in historic downtown Mariposa on April 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. His paw print will be affixed to "Petey's Pawbook of Doggone Good Advice", for anyone buying a copy, or for those who wish to bring in previously purchased editions.

Writer Rochelle Frank and photographer Linda Gast assisted with the book's production. Both will be on hand to help out with the signing. Petey earned his "Therapy Dog" certification four years ago by successfully passing a strict set of tests for obedience and temperament. He is qualified to visit
hospitals and care facilities, which he does on a regular basis.

Petey's friends say that his "common scents" advice puts insecure, frightened or misunderstood pets at ease. Addressing animal apprehensions about, medical
procedures, getting basic needs met, and more, his good natured answers bring a smile to owners and help them see things from a pet perspective.

"Since he is a therapist, we decided he was also qualified to give advice to other pets," says Gast who is also Petey's owner. "Rochelle, came up with the question and answer format when we ran a 'Dear Petey' column in the local paper as a way to remind pet owners about pet care subjects with a humorous twist." Gast has taken hundreds of photos of adoptable shelter animals, and some of the appealing pet
portraits have been incorporated into Petey's book.

Despite all of their insecurities, and difficulties with inter-species communication,--according to Petey's Pawbook-- humans really do make lovable and desirable companions for dogs and cats.

Frank, who has written humor pieces and newspaper feature articles took the challenge seriously. "I never thought I would become a ghost writer for a dog," she says,"but Petey's paws are just too big to use a keyboard. "

The small cooperative art gallery is home to the work of artists crafters and photographers who represent a sample of the artistic talents residing in the hills of the historic gold rush town. Regular exhibits and special receptions are an
ongoing attraction, at the gallery, but Sierra Artist Gallery President Sue Rudd says that she does not recall a previous canine book signing . This is Petey's first book.

Though the refreshments will include take-along treats for dogs, people are asked to leave their pets at home for this event. Petey will be making another appearance at the Mariposa County fairgrounds in June at the Mountain Mutt show when all dogs will be invited.

Petey's helpers became friends while working as free-lancers for a regional newspaper. In the past year they collaborated on their first children's book "So What.Saw-Whet?" based on a series of Gast's photos of a tiny bold-hearted owl. Both
books will be available at the gallery event. Sierra Artist-Mariposa Gallery is located at Hwy. 140 and 6th St., Mariposa, CA

For additional information about the signing , contact: Sierra
Artist Gallery, phone: 209 - 966-2284 or
Contact Person: Linda Gast
Hummingbird Mountain Press
P.O. Box 971, Mariposa CA. 95338
phone: 209- 742-5418
fax 209-742-7662

Web Site = http://www.hummingbirdmountain.com

Contact Details = contact: Sierra Artist Gallery, phone: 209 - 966-2284 or
Contact Person: Linda Gast
Hummingbird Mountain Press
P.O. Box 971, Mariposa CA. 95338
phone: 209- 742-5418
fax 209-742-7662


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