Mommy's Boy

How My Doggie Soulmate's Love Rescued Me

Jennifer Huston Schaeffer

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Whitedog Books
09 March 2025

Memoirs; Coping with death & bereavement; Domestic animals & pets

For fans of Marley & Me and Must Love Dogs, Mommy's Boy is a heartwarming memoir that will paw at your heart, leaving you smiling through tears and hugging your fur baby a little bit tighter.

LOVE WAS WAITING AT THE SHELTER, NOT ON MATCH.COM

Jennifer has always dreamed of getting married and having children, but after dealing with men who can't commit, she shifts her focus from meeting the man of her dreams to finding her four-legged soulmate.

When Jennifer meets Benny, she knows instantly that he's ""the one."" He wiggles his way into her heart and takes up permanent residence. Despite his angelic face and calm demeanor, Benny harbors a mischievous side. He steals any food that isn't nailed down, nearly breaks his neck chasing squirrels, and suffers from chronic allergies, separation anxiety, and a Napoleon complex. He also eases Jennifer's ""baby fever,"" becomes the spokesdog of her business, and is her constant companion as they face life-altering changes and challenges. But when Benny faces a life-threatening illness, Jennifer must come to terms with the reality that our time with our fur babies is limited.

Told with loving affection and raw emotion, Mommy's Boy is the true story of two lost souls who find the unconditional love, companionship, and emotional support they need, in the process forging a profound bond as deep as a mother and her child. It's a tender and heartfelt tribute to a special little guy who was more than ""just a dog,"" he was family.

By: Jennifer Huston Schaeffer
Imprint: Whitedog Books
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 21mm
Weight: 540g
ISBN: 9798992201208
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 09 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jennifer Huston Schaeffer is an Indianapolis-based author, editor, and the owner of White Dog Editorial Services. She grew up in southwestern Michigan, where she developed a love for reading, writing, and dogs. After graduating from Purdue University, Jennifer moved to Chicago and began working in the publishing industry. When she's not editing other people's books, she enjoys reading, writing, crafting, and watching true crime documentaries and classic game shows. Jennifer is the author of Mommy's Boy: How My Doggie Soulmate's Love Rescued Me and U2: Changing the World Through Rock 'n' Roll.

Reviews for Mommy's Boy: How My Doggie Soulmate's Love Rescued Me

""Mommy's Boy is a tender, compassionate story, . . . a great read for dog lovers; tender and heart-wrenching, readers will both laugh and cry as the story progresses. I loved it!"" -Emily-Jane Hills Orford, Readers' Favorite""Mommy's Boy is an absolute must-read for dog lovers, but it's more than just a pet memoir. It's for anyone who's ever rebuilt themselves after heartbreak, found love in unexpected places, or realized that sometimes, the best relationships aren't the ones we're conditioned to chase. It's a book that makes you laugh, cry, and maybe even hug your dog a little tighter. If you've ever known the kind of love that only a dog can give, this book will feel like home.""-Literary Titan""Mommy's Boy is one of the most moving stories I have ever read. . . . It will make you smile and cry at the same time. . . . This is a heartfelt story about unconditional love, the importance of celebrating life, and the special relationships we build with our pets."" -Luwi Nyakansaila, Readers' Favorite