Rivers: Diary of a Blind Alaska Racing Sled Dog: Diary of a Blind Alaska Racing Sled Dog

A chance encounter on a chilly, rainy day started a heartwarming adventure for a blind dog and a human. This is Rivers' diary of that adventure; becoming pain free and dealing with his disappointments while learning to interact with humans. Rivers tells of a blind dog's efforts to overcome his challenges and achieve his destiny. Rivers is a tale of the bond between a dog and a man, of courage, friendship, loyalty and adventure. It is full of positive messages for both young and old. Rivers takes place in that mystical land called Alaska, where sled dog racing is the state sport, dogs are considered athletes, and mushers are their coaches.

Mike Dillingham was born and raised in New York City He served in the United States Air Force for 23 years and retired in Alaska. During his military career, Mike wrote numerous military directives and formalized documents. He is an avid lover of animals, especially dogs, and of people, particularly, young people. Rivers is Mike’s first published work.