MIRACLE DOG: How Quentin Survived the Gas Chamber to Speak for Animals on Death Row This is a story about an unlikely hero and a dog that refused to die in the St. Louis city pound's gas chamber. Quentin, a basenji mix with ears too big for his head, survived to spread a message of compassion to the world. His guardian, Randy Grim, founder of Stray Rescue of St. Louis, and a man with many social phobias and fears tells Quentin's story and the plight of the homeless dogs in America in a way that no one else can, with a sense of humor. Few people are aware of the tremendous overpopulation of pets in the United States. Too many feel it is acceptable to get rid of their companion pet when they move, go through a divorce or decide they don't have time for their faithful friend anymore. People don't realize the emotional pain these animals go through when they are separated from their family, put in sterile cage in a noisy shelter and wait a few days before being put to death. Others think their dogs can survive on the streets by themselves; however, they have been domesticated far too long to have any instincts left for this to happen. Our "throw away/convenience" driven society somehow makes throwing their animals away as acceptable. Thousands are euthanized daily and thousands more die a horrible death on the city streets, alone and unwanted. Quentin seems to know he has a message for everyone - adopt from shelters and stop the unnecessary euthanization and suffering of the animals. Acting like a seasoned professional in front of a camera, posing during interviews, the perfect dog on long airplane flights confirmed Randy's realization that Quentin has a higher purpose to fulfill while here on earth. The miracle of his survival, standing on top of 7 dead dogs when the gas chamber door was opened, was just the beginning feat for this dog predestined to wake up humanity. The other miracle, Randy's ability to overcome his phobias and fears to handle all the publicity and media events without passing out or running away. It is Randy's total commitment to the homeless, and often abused dogs that has helped him cope with is social fears and become a national spokesman for their plight. Both Randy's and Quentin's message of compassion is spreading across the United States. Randy Grim and Quentin travel around the US promoting the concept of animal guardianship over animal owner and the need for more no kill shelters. In Defense of Animals, an international animal charitable organization has adopted Quentin as their national "spokesdog" for their Guardian Campaign, a campaign aimed at elevating the respect for companion animals. Along side the story of Quentin's day of survival and the media frenzy in the days following, Randy tells of the embarrassing the statistics of euthanasia and the death rates of the homeless. Quentin, known for his bottomless stomach, mooching food from everyone, standing on 3 legs for minutes while relieving himself, and his abundant flatulence, is a friend to all. A born ham, he makes himself at home in the office of the St. Louis mayor, on the John Walsh Show, Today Show and other television appearances. His humorous escapades will make you laugh and Randy's efforts to cope will touch your heart. Miracle Dog is a book that opens your mind as well as your heart allowing access the compassion and awareness that is deep inside each one of us. ADVANCED PRAISE "Randy Grim is the best kind of hero: a flawed, ordinary person who wouldn't let anything - either in the world or in himself - stand in the way of his desire to help his fellow creatures." - Ptolemy Tompkins, Senior Editor, Guideposts Magazine "With action, humor and skillful detail, Randy Grim captures the life-and-death situations faced by animal rescue workers everyday." - Diane West, Publisher   New York Tails Magazine "Read this book if you're ready to change the way you see the things around you forever. If you're ready for a gripping, funny, heartrending, unimaginable true tale of passion, dedication, fate, and the humor that gets you through the worst of times, this is the book for you. Randy Grim is the Pied Piper of St. Louis, and though not every dog will have his day, so many more will, because of Quentin." - Elayne Boosler, Comedian   Tailsofjoy.net "Quentin has a large task ahead of him as the face for all of the animals that are abandoned in our shelters or dumped out in our cities and rural areas to fend for themselves. And Quentin's partner Randy Grim has an equally large task to speak out against the injustices the animals endure every single day. Quentin and Randy's story resonates with all of us who strive for the day when the killing stops, and all animals have a home to call their own." - Faith Maloney, Co-founder of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary "Quentin's story is a stark reminder of a grim reality for millions of lost and homeless pets in the United States, but with one important difference. Quentin's story conveys the hope that soon we may be able to forever end pet euthanasia as a method of pet over-population control in the United States. Quentin's single life personifies what we could gain as a nation in companionship and love a million fold if we end the need for euthanasia." - Edward Boks, Executive Director, New York City Animal Care And Control "Randy Grim is my fellow rescuer, a mirror image, who lives his life in the deep, dark, horrific trenches of animal rescue. His first book "The Man Who Talks To Dogs," brought me to tears as I knew each step he took and the pain he went through, risking his life to save abandoned, neglected dogs on the streets. His new book takes the reader straight to the deep dark secret of America's gas chambers. Killing boxes for our forgotten friends. Randy comes to the aide and rescues Quentin, the miracle survivor canine, who was placed in a gas chamber, gassed and survived! He miraculously said "NO" to death! He is the miracle dog! With Randy at his side they have helped to educate and ask the public to say "No More" to these inhumane gas chambers. Quentin's, quirky personality will charm any reader and remind them they can make a difference by helping us end pet overpopulation, increase adoptions and say no more to gas chambers and euthanasia! This is a must read for any compassionate human being!" - Linda Blair, Actress and founder of Linda Blair Worldheart Foundation "Miracle Dog is a mesmerizing and inspirational story of a remarkable dog who adopts an equally remarkable man. This book gives a straightforward and compelling description of the challenges and opportunities in providing help for America's unwanted and abandoned animals." - Elise Lufkin. Author of Found Dogs and Second Chances

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