If you read & liked Mark's book, please post a review!

[ghound]

This book was fantastic. I cried, I smiled and even laughed at the things we will do for our beloved pets. I help in the rescuing of greyhounds and only adopt and foster the seniors - that is 8 and older. Six of my greyhounds have gone to the rainbow bridge and they are waiting patiently for me. What a herd I will have when it is my time.
Your words were truly from the heart and so plain spoken and honest. Please write a book about Pepsi I am sure we all would enjoy it equally.

[Funifuti]

My dog was a mutt - an american mutt - loyal and trusting to the end. A cross between a lab and a dalmation with a white tie on his chest and one hind paw white - the rest all black. He has been gone since Jan. 2007. We were companions for 16 years and his health was good right through year 15 . . . then his back legs just stopped functioning and he began dragging himself around the house and yard . . . I got some dog wheels for him and this helped revive him for several months . . . but really he was still deteriorating and I tried to convince myself he wasn't. I took him to the vet . . . it seemed so quick it was a blur . . .I'm walking outside the vet office with the body of my best friend wrapped in a blanket. I buried him in the yard where he used to chew bones at the crest of a hill and survey his domain. He was a country dog . . . free to roam as he pleased and I think of him to this day riding in the pickup with the snout out the window catching some wondorous scent - and knowing his ardent, demanding spirit will pleasantly haunt me yet. As he is running in full stride, nuzzling with a cold nose for abit of affection or catching a scent on the breeze - a smart dog has a quiet dignity he infuses in all those who dare to love.
The description of the dogs waiting patiently outside the studio door in the basement - waiting for Mark - is tangible evidence of an abiding, enduring, unencumbered faith not of this world. Dogs are so happy to see you even if they only saw you five minutes ago . . . the tail wag! Indescribable - undiluted joy! Sprite had it - my dog Monty had it . . . and I know the heavens are richer. May God Bless . . .

[gemma2]

I lost my Sheltie to kidney failure on 11/14/05. My law partner heard abour Mark's book on Rush's show and bought it for me for my birthday. It was a hard read, but I felt it helped me reach another level of grief which led to more healing. I have noticed I can tell funny stories about my little girl now. The book was cathartic. Thank you, Mark, for sharing the depth of your love of Sprite with us!

[rromyja]

I bought this book about a month ago, and knew it would be tough reading. Finally on February 9th, I started the book. It didn't take long to finish as I just couldn't put it down. I was so affected by "Rescuing Sprite" and the manner in which Mark Levin wrote this book, that I truly felt Sprite was my own dog. I felt every joy and every ounce of sadness this beautiful family felt. There were times I had to put the book down for a few minutes due to overwhelming tears. Yes Mark you are absolutely right. A dogs love is unconditional always. They love you no matter what kind of day you're having. I myself have been around cats in the house over the years more so, but there have been many dogs in my family also. Every one of my dogs or cats that have crossed over the "Rainbow Bridge" was a gut wrenching moment which brought many moments of sadness to me. Tears flowed with all the beautiful memories I experinced. I, at the present time have 2 orange Tabbies which were dumped in the neighborhood and found their way to my house and I have and will continue to give them all the love and attention they need for the rest of their lives. One Tabby is about 2 years old and the other Tabby will be 13 in April. I also have a 11 1/2 year old Himalayan. I know that all these precious lives will be gone from me someday but I will give them all the love and attention they need each and everyday that I am lucky enough to have them. I will honestly tell you that I have more faith in animals than I do in humans and have felt that for a very long time. Mark, Kendall and children, don't ever forget the love that Sprite brought into your household and remember it with a smile each time as I'm sure Sprite is smiling down on all of you for the very short time of happiness you brought into his life. I truly feel like I was part of this dogs life from the way you wrote the book Mark. God bless all of you. By the way, any of you that haven't read "Marley and Me" need to get it as soon as you can. Another amazing book.

[Mo K.]

There were a couple of nights I couldn't sleep and I pulled out Mark's book (the only one of his I own at this time), because I've been wanting to start reading it. It's especially interesting for me because I'm located in the general vicinity, and could relate to the places he named.
I'm about to start chapter 9. I was crying by chapter 8.

I'm reminded of our 10-yr old Westie "Darwin", and still have dreams about him on occasion. He died two years to the day before Sprite --a day which I now remember for more than the historical reason.
Darwin's situation was so dire and sudden. Even our own vet didn't have the ability to operate on him if it was a lung rather than esophageal lump. We didn't know if it was cancerous or not, and there wasn't time to determine that. There's more to the story, but we did kick ourselves around at first wondering it there wasn't more we could do. But when we saw what kind of suffering he was going through and our beloved vet's response, we knew what decision to make.
Thank God "Mr. Mo" was there. I'm still haunted by merely the description of the euthanization. I didn't want to witness it, but I certainly would have, to ensure Darwin had family with him.
He told me D. went peacefully (though I recall hearing a "yelp" through the door at the first injection -- I was in the waiting room), and before the second shot, he gave my husband the customary kiss on the nose whenever you got right up in his face. What a sweet li'l boy he was, until the very end.

[mscathi]

I read Rescuing Sprite last night, I couldn't put it down once I started. Amazing. I, too, am a dog lover. This story made me both smile and cry. Sprite was lucky to have the Levin family. I can relate to Kendall, I have a black lab that follows me to each and every room I enter, no matter how many times she must get up from her comfy resting position. I have learned to "accommodate" for her when I walk. We all say we will not get another companion when our favorite leaves us. However, instead of feeling guilt, we should remind ourselves of the happiness we had with them and know that they would want us to feel that way again. I haven't been this touched by a dog story in a long time. Thank you, Mark, for sharing with us. God Bless you for giving Sprite the happiest 26 months of his life.

[angelicbutterfly]

Hello Mark,
I'am a big fan of dogs. I recently signed up for a book club and bought your book " Rescuing Sprite". What a wonderful and awesome story about you and your dog. Recently i have had a death in my own life. I was 4 months pregnant with my boyfriend and I's first child. We found out that our little babies heart beat had stopped and last tuesday i had surgery to take out the precious little angel. I have to say that emotionally i have been crushed and torn up because it was my 3rd misscarriage in a row, but the wonderful thing about everything is i started to read your book about your family and your sweet and caring dogs including sprite i can't begin to thankyou for making me laugh and cry during this most depressing time in my life. Your book is one of the few that i have read and im actually on chapter 13. Thanks for making me smile and i hope God blesses you and your family with future happiness and you are an angel.
Thankyou so so much.
Your caring and adoring fan,
Kelly Marie Rogers

[Erin21592]

I really loved that book. When I got to the ending, where Mark had to put Sprite to sleep, I was crying. We recently had to put our 12 year old Golden Retriever down named Lady.
At first, I didn't want to finish it after I got to this part. My friend told me I should finish it because it would drive me nuts on what happened. It did, so I finished it. It is the best book I have ever read. He should continue writing these types of books.
Also, can anyone give me ideas to get my parents to let me adopt another dog? I can't live without one, but I'm guessing they don't think I'm responsible enough to take care of my own pet. I think I can because I just turned 16 and I take care of my cat really well.

[mlf]

I really loved that book. When I got to the ending, where Mark had to put Sprite to sleep, I was crying. We recently had to put our 12 year old Golden Retriever down named Lady.
At first, I didn't want to finish it after I got to this part. My friend told me I should finish it because it would drive me nuts on what happened. It did, so I finished it. It is the best book I have ever read. He should continue writing these types of books.
Also, can anyone give me ideas to get my parents to let me adopt another dog? I can't live without one, but I'm guessing they don't think I'm responsible enough to take care of my own pet. I think I can because I just turned 16 and I take care of my cat really well.

Perhaps you could let them read Mark's book.

[jenniaduggan]

Hi Mark,
We, as a nation of Americans, are lucky to have you in our lives. I live in the great state of Texas with some of the finest people who have walked the earth. True Americans, true lovers of our country and the conservative policies that we strive to keep safe.
I found your show a little over a year ago when a move took my everyday commute to about an hour each night. As a driver who would rather throw the finger at a left lane slow-poke, I took amazing peace in tuning into your show every night (a true feat).
You make sense to me. I get riled up when you do. (I apologize for ending sentences on a preposition). I bang on the steering wheel when Hollary (yes, Hillary) is brought up. Ugh- she puts me in a fired up mood.
All politics aside, I have never been so touched by a message as to when I heard about Sprite. I am mid-way through the book and my only regret is that I did not buy it sooner.
It reminds my of my own Barn-dog. I rescued Barn about 2 years ago from a wonderful organization (www.citypetrescue.com); a group of most amazing hearts that rescue dogs and cats from kill shelters. I found him on-line during a "puppy" search that I was helping a friend through. Immediately, I fell in love. It took me six weeks to convince myself that bringing a dog into my life was the right thing. My only regret- that I didn't do it sooner. Already, life lessons were being taught.
Barn and I have been inseparable. He is my life, my joy, my heart and my friend. We are a duo. And everyone I know, knows. He is the most beautiful thing I look at each day and has brought joy I never knew existed. Watching him right now, curled up on the couch behind me, I marvel at how he has enhanced my life.
I rejoice knowing that people like you exist in this world.
I will be your soldier in the battle to maintain our principals, our quality of life and our love for truth as conservatives.
Thank you Mark- I hold you most high.

Jennifer Duggan