Dec 2015 PRESS RELEASE by Tate Publishing

FLORENCE, Ore. — Author Amber Higgins announces the nationwide release of her informative, new book, “Family Disaster Dogs.”

“Family Disaster Dogs” shows its readers how easy a pet dog of any age, size or breed can become their very own search and rescue dog! One of people’s biggest fears and chores during a disaster is losing and finding a loved one, and every dog has the ability to find its family members or friends. Dog owners only need to learn how to use the natural ability of the dog to the full advantage during emergencies. With a family disaster dog in the household, there is no need to wait for outside help to arrive to save your family and neighbors during a tornado, earthquake or other emergencies. This book will show readers how to survive the worst and to prepare.
 

“Family Disaster Dogs” provides fun and easy lessons that are tailored for the family to learn rescue skills in the comfort of the home during daily activities.
 

Published by Tate Publishing and Enterprises, the book is available through bookstores nationwide, from the publisher at (Authors note; as of Jan 2017 Tate Publishing is Closed and you can purchase the book here instead of at these links https://www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore/book.php?w=978-1-68187-532-3 or by visiting barnesandnoble.com or amazon.com.)

Higgins, who is based in Oregon, spent over a decade as an instructor for Search Dogs and handlers while breeding, training and volunteering with AKC Bloodhounds and German Shepherd Dogs for nationwide FEMA Search and Rescue agencies. Since 1976, she has dedicated her life to dogs as a certified and accomplished professional multi-purpose dog trainer, award-winning AKC breeder, former kennel and pet resort owner, and also as a show and pet grooming stylist. She is considered by many to be a dog expert and consultant. Aside from that she enjoys writing and sharing dog sense with others during her spare time. She was first published in 1999 when she was a contributing editor for two newspapers; her weekly column ran for two years.

 

Higgins regularly publishes dog care articles online and to the website, familydisasterdogs.com