Lance: A Spirit Unbroken

By walter stoffel

Marley meets… Cujo ?

 What would you do if there was a dog in your neighborhood forced to live outside day in/ day out, at the mercy of abusers, wild animals and brutal weather?

Walter does nothing—at first. Then, an accidental meeting with Lance, a Border Collie, sets the wheels in motion for a dow

• Language: English
• Publisher: diamond publishing international
• Release date: Sep 22, 2016
• ISBN: 9780986150012

walter stoffel

Walter Stoffel is a freelance writer and publisher who specializes in human interest memoir and fiction. His newest book, Arthur: The Beginning, is a work of historical fiction that describes a young boy's struggle to survive his childhood. His debut dog rescue memoir Lance: A Spirit Unbroken has achieved five-star book review status on three continents. The author has a rich work history that includes teaching GED and substance abuse counseling at correctional facilities. He also has experience as a certified mental health screener. For many years, he lived and worked in various South American countries. Most unique occupation: chipping excess concrete off the undersides of bridges in Virginia. All his coworkers were wearing prison stripes. Mr. Stoffel is a member of the Greater Lehigh Valley Writers Group, Pennwriters and Barbara's Writing Group, a critiquing association. When not writing, he loves to read, travel, work out, and watch bad movies. The author has a B.A. in psychology and is a credentialed alcoholism and drug counselor. He lives in Canadensis, PA with his wife Clara and their rescued dog Buddy. Personal accomplishment: after having hip replacement surgery, Walter entered a marathon and finished it-dead last.

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Reviews for Lance

[sdaisy-1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The author of this nonfiction book had dreamed of having a dog like the dog of his youth; a loyal, friendly, playful, loving companion who chased balls and played stick and gave you slobbery kisses. In other words, a "normal" dog. What he got was Lance.After rescuing Lance, a Border Collie, from abusive owners, he thought he could teach him to love and be loved and to overcome his awful past. But some things are so ingrained in one that they can't be changed, and you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Lance was a biter, and soon took the alpha position in the home as the feared leader. But he finally got a real home, the love he needed, and the exercise he craved. This is his story.I liked this book very much, and highly recommend it to dog lovers (especially Border Collie lovers) everywhere. It is poignant and moving, often sad, but with messages of hope, patience, long-suffering, and courage that we could all learn from. Five paws up!