Resku: A Celebration of the Rescued Dog and Those Who Rescue

A book of haiku poems and accompanying photos that celebrate those who rescue dogs. It includes tributes to individuals, organizations and happenstance that brings dogs needing homes together with their forever homes. Some of the poems are funny, many are poignant, and a few take the dog's point of view. Each poem is accompanied by a photo of an actual rescued dog.

Ginny Tata-Phillips has been a dog lover for 50 years; a dog owner for 40 and involved in dog-related businesses for 20. Ginny and her husband ran a successful doggy daycare center and boarding facility in California. She now lives in Virginia with 5 rescued dogs, other assorted rescued pets and the aforementioned husband. In fifth grade Diane Grindol was introduced to haiku poetry, and loved it. She has become inspired to revisit its simple, challenging format again as an adult. Diane is currently a full time pet sitter. Her dogs included a rehomed Australian Shepherd and a rescued Briard she showed in obedience. She does freelance photography, drawings and paintings of pets and their people. Diane lives in Pacific Grove, California.