The last walk: reflections on our pets at the end of their lives

London: University of Chicago Press (2012)
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Drawing on the moving story of the last year of the life of her own treasured dog, Ody, she presents an in-depth exploration of the practical, medical, and moral issues that trouble pet owners confronted with the decline and death of their ...

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