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K9 ODIN: The Redemptive Autobiography of a Patrol Tracking Canine that Transformed a Community and Inspired the World
K9 ODIN
The Redemptive Autobiography of a Patrol Tracking Canine that Transformed a Community and Inspired the World.
This book is based on a true story. It is told by Odin, Coos County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Tracking Canine, badge number 5K3. The intended spirit of this book is to provide the unique and invaluable opportunity to experience life through Odin’s eyes, allowing readers to bear the noble weight of a dog’s capacity, for what some might call, a flickering and waning human role—to serve faithfully and with abounding love.
Rescued from being euthanized, Odin becomes a Patrol Tracking Canine, partnered with Adam Slater. As only Odin can narrate, he and Adam journey through mountainous challenges and ferocious fights with inhospitable terrain, remorseless subjects, and potentially spirit-shattering injuries.
K9 ODIN is a redemptive story which demonstrates that anyone, or any dog, is capable of employing their courage and heart to transform a community and inspire the world.
The Redemptive Autobiography of a Patrol Tracking Canine that Transformed a Community and Inspired the World.
This book is based on a true story. It is told by Odin, Coos County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Tracking Canine, badge number 5K3. The intended spirit of this book is to provide the unique and invaluable opportunity to experience life through Odin’s eyes, allowing readers to bear the noble weight of a dog’s capacity, for what some might call, a flickering and waning human role—to serve faithfully and with abounding love.
Rescued from being euthanized, Odin becomes a Patrol Tracking Canine, partnered with Adam Slater. As only Odin can narrate, he and Adam journey through mountainous challenges and ferocious fights with inhospitable terrain, remorseless subjects, and potentially spirit-shattering injuries.
K9 ODIN is a redemptive story which demonstrates that anyone, or any dog, is capable of employing their courage and heart to transform a community and inspire the world.
390 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 11, 2023
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About the author
Lisa Slater
7 books28 followersLisa Slater-
Is a United States Author of fiction Romance / Suspense / Thriller and Mystery novels. She’s from Coos County, Oregon, and is a real western cowgirl, riding horses, raising cows, cherishing her dogs and chickens, but above all, her family. She is happiest in the company of her best friends: her supportive husband and delightfully esteemed sons.
Precisely before wearing spurs everywhere – yes, everywhere - Lisa has become best known for captivating her readers and has been accused on many occasions, that she’s caused them to burn too much of the midnight oil devouring every last word before dawn. If this were the case with you, she sends her apology (but is indeed quite ecstatic).
Website: www.slaterlife.com
Facebook: Slaterlife, Lisa Slater Author
Email: infolisaauthor@yahoocom
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A BIT ABOUT ME
Hi readers!
As an author, there is nothing I find more exhilarating than encountering those remarkable moments when what I thought was “my story “develops, much like a child, and becomes a story of its own. Boldly tugging me along, luring me to chase after startling discoveries and uncovering rightful identities of yearning characters.
As a person, there is nothing I find more exhilarating than living in the actual moment and experiencing life all around and within me. I believe a good author knows how to write, but a great storyteller knows how to live.
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Chancing Hope (Romantic Suspense) - Book Review Published June 2018
"This author is a MAGNIFICENTLY gifted story teller! This book was hard to put down and so I didn't! I used all of my spare time to immerse myself in the story and that was simply done because of the way this author used her flair with words to pull me in! I loved the symbolism with the animals and the people. It was not lost on me. The book is filled with descriptions of characters that were so real that I imagine I knew them. And believe me...the antagonist is not someone I WANT to know...AT ALL! The story is compelling and I actually found myself scooching to the edge of my seat more than once as I read on and on. At LEAST I didn't scream at the characters, out loud that is. I do wonder if there will be a sequel or even a movie script for this book. I'll follow her story telling career to find out!"
Review by Kathy C.
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Holder of The Horses (Sweet Romance) - Book Review Published July 2019
"BEAUTIFUL The way this author has written these characters makes you feel like you are experiencing exactly what they are going through. I felt their sorrow and pain and cried right along with them. I never really knew how much it took to manage a ranch or the heartaches it could have but this book shows you just how hard and rewarding it is. This book also shows you about following your dreams, unconditional love, and what a family should be. I will always think of this story and smile when I see an eagle. Thank you for such a beautiful story."
Review by JR
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For The Garden (Thriller / Mystery) NEW RELEASE Published May 2020
Years ago, the unimaginable murder of eleven-year-old Samuella Rose left Sarina Rose, her twin sister, in a downward spiral and plagued by nightmares. Fifteen years later - the case still wide open - the only way she has managed to keep her head above water is due to her attractive massage therapist, Duane Whitson, who she battles to keep at a distance, and Clyde Small, the detective who has never given up on combing every lead in search for justice. However, it’s her unlikely roommate, Becky Bracken, that introduces her to dream interpretation. But that’s not where the interpretation stops.
A cold shiver covered Becky’s arms and legs with goosebumps. This was beyond superstition or hoaxes. This was actually happening. Graver still, she suspected, Sarina had no idea.
Is a United States Author of fiction Romance / Suspense / Thriller and Mystery novels. She’s from Coos County, Oregon, and is a real western cowgirl, riding horses, raising cows, cherishing her dogs and chickens, but above all, her family. She is happiest in the company of her best friends: her supportive husband and delightfully esteemed sons.
Precisely before wearing spurs everywhere – yes, everywhere - Lisa has become best known for captivating her readers and has been accused on many occasions, that she’s caused them to burn too much of the midnight oil devouring every last word before dawn. If this were the case with you, she sends her apology (but is indeed quite ecstatic).
Website: www.slaterlife.com
Facebook: Slaterlife, Lisa Slater Author
Email: infolisaauthor@yahoocom
_____________________________________________
A BIT ABOUT ME
Hi readers!
As an author, there is nothing I find more exhilarating than encountering those remarkable moments when what I thought was “my story “develops, much like a child, and becomes a story of its own. Boldly tugging me along, luring me to chase after startling discoveries and uncovering rightful identities of yearning characters.
As a person, there is nothing I find more exhilarating than living in the actual moment and experiencing life all around and within me. I believe a good author knows how to write, but a great storyteller knows how to live.
_____________________________________________
Chancing Hope (Romantic Suspense) - Book Review Published June 2018
"This author is a MAGNIFICENTLY gifted story teller! This book was hard to put down and so I didn't! I used all of my spare time to immerse myself in the story and that was simply done because of the way this author used her flair with words to pull me in! I loved the symbolism with the animals and the people. It was not lost on me. The book is filled with descriptions of characters that were so real that I imagine I knew them. And believe me...the antagonist is not someone I WANT to know...AT ALL! The story is compelling and I actually found myself scooching to the edge of my seat more than once as I read on and on. At LEAST I didn't scream at the characters, out loud that is. I do wonder if there will be a sequel or even a movie script for this book. I'll follow her story telling career to find out!"
Review by Kathy C.
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Holder of The Horses (Sweet Romance) - Book Review Published July 2019
"BEAUTIFUL The way this author has written these characters makes you feel like you are experiencing exactly what they are going through. I felt their sorrow and pain and cried right along with them. I never really knew how much it took to manage a ranch or the heartaches it could have but this book shows you just how hard and rewarding it is. This book also shows you about following your dreams, unconditional love, and what a family should be. I will always think of this story and smile when I see an eagle. Thank you for such a beautiful story."
Review by JR
_____________________________________________
For The Garden (Thriller / Mystery) NEW RELEASE Published May 2020
Years ago, the unimaginable murder of eleven-year-old Samuella Rose left Sarina Rose, her twin sister, in a downward spiral and plagued by nightmares. Fifteen years later - the case still wide open - the only way she has managed to keep her head above water is due to her attractive massage therapist, Duane Whitson, who she battles to keep at a distance, and Clyde Small, the detective who has never given up on combing every lead in search for justice. However, it’s her unlikely roommate, Becky Bracken, that introduces her to dream interpretation. But that’s not where the interpretation stops.
A cold shiver covered Becky’s arms and legs with goosebumps. This was beyond superstition or hoaxes. This was actually happening. Graver still, she suspected, Sarina had no idea.
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May 18, 2024
I won this book in a goodreads drawing.
The biography of a police dog that got stabbed, and helped bring a community together.
Told from the dog's point of view. That sort of thing gets old pretty fast for me.
The biography of a police dog that got stabbed, and helped bring a community together.
Told from the dog's point of view. That sort of thing gets old pretty fast for me.
November 28, 2023
A breath of fresh reading air, “K9 Odin…” is just what I needed to bolster my mood after a long holiday weekend fraught with RSV and separation from family & friends.
Author, Lisa Slater, tells this true story from Odin’s POV and it’s done well. She is “Mom” in this book and knows Odin well.
Slater provides readers with many of the Captures Adam & Odin achieved during their 7 years together as partners. It’s thrilling, nonstop action that would make a good series for streaming. J
Because Slater chose to keep the language PG, this would make a great adventure book for your kids, dog lovers or those who like nonstop action with some heart. A gentle, underlying theme of faith is grounding but not preachy.
Reinforcing the enthusiastic, captivating prose are a fine assortment of pictures that document many of Odin & Adam’s successes. They include whomever joined them on each case and include dates, making them an excellent point of reference.
There is no graphic violence or language in the book. Tension does get very high and Odin does get hurt in the line of duty but this story is appropriate for 7-8 year olds with older, (16+), reader supervision. It’s not specifically for kids or families but would make great family reading.
“K9 ODIN” is an inspirational adventure story about a misunderstood rescued dog who gets a second chance and does amazing things as a Patrol Tracking Dog📚
Read & Reviewed from a GoodReads GiveAway
Author, Lisa Slater, tells this true story from Odin’s POV and it’s done well. She is “Mom” in this book and knows Odin well.
Slater provides readers with many of the Captures Adam & Odin achieved during their 7 years together as partners. It’s thrilling, nonstop action that would make a good series for streaming. J
Because Slater chose to keep the language PG, this would make a great adventure book for your kids, dog lovers or those who like nonstop action with some heart. A gentle, underlying theme of faith is grounding but not preachy.
Reinforcing the enthusiastic, captivating prose are a fine assortment of pictures that document many of Odin & Adam’s successes. They include whomever joined them on each case and include dates, making them an excellent point of reference.
There is no graphic violence or language in the book. Tension does get very high and Odin does get hurt in the line of duty but this story is appropriate for 7-8 year olds with older, (16+), reader supervision. It’s not specifically for kids or families but would make great family reading.
“K9 ODIN” is an inspirational adventure story about a misunderstood rescued dog who gets a second chance and does amazing things as a Patrol Tracking Dog📚
Read & Reviewed from a GoodReads GiveAway
July 21, 2023
Review of this book.
I would have given this book a ten (10) if it had been an option. One of the best books I have ever read. The fact that it was written from the dog's perspective made it doubly endearing. The fact that it is based on a true story with the numbers and events documented made it that much better. I am sure that Odin holds some sort of record for apprehensions by a tracker dog! It just goes to show you that you cannot judge a dog by one owner's description of that dog. I cannot believe that the previous owner had the gall to demand money to release him for adoption. Bless the officer that paid the money to him. Like the officer said, Odin was worth it. Odin definitely proved that he was worth all that and more. I have recommended this book to several other people, including my daughter. I will continue to recommend this book to other people. An awesome, and inspiring story.
I would have given this book a ten (10) if it had been an option. One of the best books I have ever read. The fact that it was written from the dog's perspective made it doubly endearing. The fact that it is based on a true story with the numbers and events documented made it that much better. I am sure that Odin holds some sort of record for apprehensions by a tracker dog! It just goes to show you that you cannot judge a dog by one owner's description of that dog. I cannot believe that the previous owner had the gall to demand money to release him for adoption. Bless the officer that paid the money to him. Like the officer said, Odin was worth it. Odin definitely proved that he was worth all that and more. I have recommended this book to several other people, including my daughter. I will continue to recommend this book to other people. An awesome, and inspiring story.
August 9, 2023
In “K9 Odin: The Redemptive Autobiography of a Patrol Tracking Canine that Transformed a Community and Inspired the World” by author Lisa Slater, we are entertained by the fact that this book is narrated by none other than K9 Odin himself. He tells his story starting at the age of three when he found himself being surrendered by his owner to the Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center because of a huge misunderstanding. You see, Odin was a Service Dog trained for a wheelchair-bound veteran to help with his owner’s PTSD. When the gentleman started dating a lady with two teenagers, things took a sharp turn in the wrong direction. One day, the teens were playing rough with Odin and a mishap occurred. The owner didn’t think to listen to the facts but instead decided to surrender Odin to the local shelter to be euthanized for aggression issues.
While Odin lay in his pen at the shelter, no one seemed to want to be bothered with him. That was, until one man by the name of Dr. Chris Aycock, a dog trainer and president of the American Society of Canine Trainers, came to save Odin’s life. But there was one snag. Even though the previous owner surrendered Odin, he put direct orders on Odin to be euthanized. In doing this, the adoption center couldn’t adopt him out unless the previous owner gave permission. Sad to say, the owner decided to put a price on Odin and make demands that if Odin were to be adopted out, the new owner had to pay a hefty price to him. Dr. Aycock felt Odin was worth it and paid the price to save the dog’s life. This was where Odin’s true life story began.
I absolutely loved this story! My heart immediately went out to Odin. It wasn’t fair to him that his previous owner put a death sentence on him all because the two teenagers got very rough with him in a game of play and Odin misjudged his mouth. It was as if the owner didn’t even want to listen to reason, that the boys were playing extremely rough, and Odin misjudged in his playing with the teens. This angered me tremendously. The owner seemed to have no regard for Odin and the time they put in their intensive Service Dog training together, where their bond developed. Odin became a useless dog that his owner didn’t care about. I was happy to hear that the owner surrendered Odin because he was too special to be with someone who didn’t care about him.
When I read that Dr. Aycock wanted to save Odin’s life, with only two days until he was to be euthanized, my heart jumped out of my chest because I felt that Odin had a second chance at life and his Service Dog training could be very helpful for him in his next life adventure. That was 100% true because, after special police training, Odin was paired up with Sergeant Adam Slater of the Coos County Sheriff’s Office and a new chapter for Odin began. I loved hearing how well Odin did during training and especially how he and Sergeant Slater became a new working team. Odin had now become Patrol Tracking Canine, badge number 5K3. Not to mention during his career with Sergeant Slater, Odin had a total of 129 captures. He was good at his job, and it was all because of Dr. Aycock and Sergeant Slater giving Odin a new lease on life.
Right from the start, I could tell Odin was a special animal and destined for greatness. Throughout his service to his community, Odin gained recognition with the Sheriff’s Department and the community. He retired in April of 2023 and his community surely misses his dedication to take the criminals off the streets.
Overall, this was a great book about redemption and second chances at life. Within these pages of “K9 Odin” by Lisa Slater, you can’t help but fall in love with Odin and since the book was written from his perspective, you will find times when you laugh out loud at his antics and other times your heart is beating out of your chest when Odin is in pursuit of a criminal. Teen readers through adults will enjoy Odin’s story of success. I highly recommend this book!
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While Odin lay in his pen at the shelter, no one seemed to want to be bothered with him. That was, until one man by the name of Dr. Chris Aycock, a dog trainer and president of the American Society of Canine Trainers, came to save Odin’s life. But there was one snag. Even though the previous owner surrendered Odin, he put direct orders on Odin to be euthanized. In doing this, the adoption center couldn’t adopt him out unless the previous owner gave permission. Sad to say, the owner decided to put a price on Odin and make demands that if Odin were to be adopted out, the new owner had to pay a hefty price to him. Dr. Aycock felt Odin was worth it and paid the price to save the dog’s life. This was where Odin’s true life story began.
I absolutely loved this story! My heart immediately went out to Odin. It wasn’t fair to him that his previous owner put a death sentence on him all because the two teenagers got very rough with him in a game of play and Odin misjudged his mouth. It was as if the owner didn’t even want to listen to reason, that the boys were playing extremely rough, and Odin misjudged in his playing with the teens. This angered me tremendously. The owner seemed to have no regard for Odin and the time they put in their intensive Service Dog training together, where their bond developed. Odin became a useless dog that his owner didn’t care about. I was happy to hear that the owner surrendered Odin because he was too special to be with someone who didn’t care about him.
When I read that Dr. Aycock wanted to save Odin’s life, with only two days until he was to be euthanized, my heart jumped out of my chest because I felt that Odin had a second chance at life and his Service Dog training could be very helpful for him in his next life adventure. That was 100% true because, after special police training, Odin was paired up with Sergeant Adam Slater of the Coos County Sheriff’s Office and a new chapter for Odin began. I loved hearing how well Odin did during training and especially how he and Sergeant Slater became a new working team. Odin had now become Patrol Tracking Canine, badge number 5K3. Not to mention during his career with Sergeant Slater, Odin had a total of 129 captures. He was good at his job, and it was all because of Dr. Aycock and Sergeant Slater giving Odin a new lease on life.
Right from the start, I could tell Odin was a special animal and destined for greatness. Throughout his service to his community, Odin gained recognition with the Sheriff’s Department and the community. He retired in April of 2023 and his community surely misses his dedication to take the criminals off the streets.
Overall, this was a great book about redemption and second chances at life. Within these pages of “K9 Odin” by Lisa Slater, you can’t help but fall in love with Odin and since the book was written from his perspective, you will find times when you laugh out loud at his antics and other times your heart is beating out of your chest when Odin is in pursuit of a criminal. Teen readers through adults will enjoy Odin’s story of success. I highly recommend this book!
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December 10, 2023
An amazing story that is a definite must read!
I would happily give this book 10+ stars if I could. It was a beautiful, engaging, highly entertaining, hilarious, and amazing story. It was certainly an emotional roller-coaster that will hook you from beginning to end. It is definitely a MUST READ book that everyone will truly love.
I could use a lot more fancy words to describe this book, but since I'm not an author (LOL!!), I'll explain it a little differently than others would.
I am disabled and have been for almost 20 years now. For the last 18+ years I have occupied my life with reading since I am unable to do much of anything. I literally read every single day, and have read over 7,500 books during this time. I have read all types of books, but I hardly ever (ok, never! Lol!) read non-fiction books. However, after recently reading a series about K-9 Police and War working dogs, I began to look for more because I absolutely love dogs, and have been fascinated with everything about this subject since I first learned about it. I saw this book was available in the Kindle Unlimited program (THANK YOU Mrs. Slater!!), and although I was highly curious about it, I was still uncertain whether I would enjoy it. Not because it wasn't a good story, but I just don't like non-fiction stories. (I figure that there's enough bad things in the world, and I've already lived through my own tragedies that I'm not interested in reading about others. Selfish, maybe. Sorry, not at all.)
I decided to try it out anyway, and it is one of the absolute best stories I've ever read! I have only read a couple of authors who can adapt to writing in an animal's POV with any success. However, Lisa Slater has brilliantly written an engaging story about the heart and soul of a true K-9 Hero. She has beautifully captured all of the awe inspiring qualities of both K-9 and his best friend, as well as partner, Adam (aka Dad). It's also one of the first books that actually had me crying (several times, mind you!). Not just happy tears from laughing so hard, but heartbreaking one's as well. This beautiful K-9 had several his own tragedies that he survived, but he eventually found his forever home with not only his family, but with his community. This is definitely not a story that you'll want to miss!!!
I would definitely recommend this book and exceptional author.
I would happily give this book 10+ stars if I could. It was a beautiful, engaging, highly entertaining, hilarious, and amazing story. It was certainly an emotional roller-coaster that will hook you from beginning to end. It is definitely a MUST READ book that everyone will truly love.
I could use a lot more fancy words to describe this book, but since I'm not an author (LOL!!), I'll explain it a little differently than others would.
I am disabled and have been for almost 20 years now. For the last 18+ years I have occupied my life with reading since I am unable to do much of anything. I literally read every single day, and have read over 7,500 books during this time. I have read all types of books, but I hardly ever (ok, never! Lol!) read non-fiction books. However, after recently reading a series about K-9 Police and War working dogs, I began to look for more because I absolutely love dogs, and have been fascinated with everything about this subject since I first learned about it. I saw this book was available in the Kindle Unlimited program (THANK YOU Mrs. Slater!!), and although I was highly curious about it, I was still uncertain whether I would enjoy it. Not because it wasn't a good story, but I just don't like non-fiction stories. (I figure that there's enough bad things in the world, and I've already lived through my own tragedies that I'm not interested in reading about others. Selfish, maybe. Sorry, not at all.)
I decided to try it out anyway, and it is one of the absolute best stories I've ever read! I have only read a couple of authors who can adapt to writing in an animal's POV with any success. However, Lisa Slater has brilliantly written an engaging story about the heart and soul of a true K-9 Hero. She has beautifully captured all of the awe inspiring qualities of both K-9 and his best friend, as well as partner, Adam (aka Dad). It's also one of the first books that actually had me crying (several times, mind you!). Not just happy tears from laughing so hard, but heartbreaking one's as well. This beautiful K-9 had several his own tragedies that he survived, but he eventually found his forever home with not only his family, but with his community. This is definitely not a story that you'll want to miss!!!
I would definitely recommend this book and exceptional author.
November 22, 2023
This is one of the better books that I have read where the protagonist is a dog. In this case it is the story of Odin. Odin was a trained support dog and began working for a wheelchair bound man who needed Odin until he started a relationship with a woman who had two teenage children. One day during play time with Odin and the teens, Odin did something that really was not his fault. The teens were playing very rough with Odin and they said he bit them. Obviously it was not really a bite but his owner surrendered him to the animal shelter with strict directions to euthanize him. One day thought Odin’s savior walked into the pound with the goal of adopting Odin and training him for something greater. Yet there was a problem. Odin was stuck. Because Odin was placed with the restriction of euthanasia, he could not be adopted out until his previous owner gave permission for Odin to be adopted. This is where Odin’s story changes. His previous owner decided that he wanted to put a price on him……a hefty price. Yet the rescuer decided that he wanted Odin so bad that he would pay the cost of Odin. Now Odin is living his best life and writing books about his life,, just kidding.
The author does an amazing job of telling Odin’s story and making sure that the real reasons are told. This is a true story and a beautiful one. You can’t help but to fall in love with Odin and his new handler.
5 beautiful stars
Thank you to Goodreads as well as the author and publisher for providing the book as a giveaway for meto read and give my unbiased and honest review.
The author does an amazing job of telling Odin’s story and making sure that the real reasons are told. This is a true story and a beautiful one. You can’t help but to fall in love with Odin and his new handler.
5 beautiful stars
Thank you to Goodreads as well as the author and publisher for providing the book as a giveaway for meto read and give my unbiased and honest review.
June 19, 2024
As a rule, I don’t read biographies or autobiographies, but the title and subtitle of this one intrigued me and led me to downloading it. Perhaps that was because the book blurb purported it to be the autobiography of a police K-9. Autobiographies written by and told through the eyes of the subject, and I was curious to see how K-9 Odin would pull that one off. Perhaps I downloaded it because I have two retired military K-9s as companions. Lisa Slater, the author and the wife of Seargent Adam Slater, Odin’s handler, did an awesome job of getting inside of Odin’s head. Odin’s inner dialogue really sounded authentic, like what I imagined a dogs thoughts would be like.
Odin tells a powerful story, a moving story that will touch every dog lovers heart. A story that will have you experiencing emotions that run the gamut from laughter to tears. Even if, like me, biographies and autobiographies aren’t your genre of choice, you will want to love this one if you really love dogs. I will be reading K-9 Odin’s autobiography again.
Odin tells a powerful story, a moving story that will touch every dog lovers heart. A story that will have you experiencing emotions that run the gamut from laughter to tears. Even if, like me, biographies and autobiographies aren’t your genre of choice, you will want to love this one if you really love dogs. I will be reading K-9 Odin’s autobiography again.
August 6, 2023
K9 ODIN: The Redemptive Autobiography of a Patrol Tracking Canine that Transformed a Community and Inspired the World.
Absolutely loved this book. Author Lisa Slater has translated this tale to dog view, told thru the eyes and nose of this loved K9. True story of an abandoned dog named Odin. Rescued for his perceived faults which truly were his strengths with the right training, acceptance and love. Odin becomes a valued member of the Coos County Sheriff's Office Patrol Tracking Canine, badge number 5K3.
He works diligently with his new handler Adam Slater and what he is seeking he finds. Odin scents his captures and doggedly follows challenging suspects through some rough terrain, injuries, in all kinds of weather.
Pets, praise and a beef stick are his preferred rewards. 6 years of service and 105 captures are shared in this wonderful book. Odin loves to track and faithfully soldiers on to complete tasks and keep his handler safe in true partner fashion. Great read.
Absolutely loved this book. Author Lisa Slater has translated this tale to dog view, told thru the eyes and nose of this loved K9. True story of an abandoned dog named Odin. Rescued for his perceived faults which truly were his strengths with the right training, acceptance and love. Odin becomes a valued member of the Coos County Sheriff's Office Patrol Tracking Canine, badge number 5K3.
He works diligently with his new handler Adam Slater and what he is seeking he finds. Odin scents his captures and doggedly follows challenging suspects through some rough terrain, injuries, in all kinds of weather.
Pets, praise and a beef stick are his preferred rewards. 6 years of service and 105 captures are shared in this wonderful book. Odin loves to track and faithfully soldiers on to complete tasks and keep his handler safe in true partner fashion. Great read.
December 22, 2023
It was ok. You have to be able to get over the fact that this is told from the dog’s point of view. It is not intellectually taxing and would be good for middle schoolers. It is repetitive as we hear about one tracking job after the next, and they are extremely similar to one another. The book is also Christian-flavored with mentions of prayer, and phrases like “God made me…” & “when I get to Heaven”. I did grow to care about Odin to the extent that towards the end of the book, I was nervous that one of his tracking jobs would end poorly, if you know what I mean. Overall, this was an easy read most suitable for young Christian dog lovers.
I won a free copy of this book (thanks to the author & publisher!) and am voluntarily providing an honest review.
I won a free copy of this book (thanks to the author & publisher!) and am voluntarily providing an honest review.
September 15, 2023
I wish I could give it MORE STARS!!! What a great book by an amazing author. The collaboration between Lisa and Adam needed to write this book shows how important Odin was to the family and the community. Using Odins' perspective to tell the story makes it a stellar read. especially for us dog owners (AKA dog parents).
Can I hope for a series? Cena (tiny tiger) and Raven I am sure have many stories to share with us.
Can I hope for a series? Cena (tiny tiger) and Raven I am sure have many stories to share with us.
December 27, 2023
Animal lovers will be drawn in from page one. Odin will steal your heart, make you laugh, worry and fall in love with him. The greatest part about this book being written from K9 Odins point of view, people get to see that these animals really are Officers. These dogs train hard, work hard and are loyal to their trainers. Definitely a great read. Strong characters that are relatable to everyday people. Grab your copy today.
February 27, 2024
Although I believe this was written as a young adult book, all ages would have to fall in love with Odin. This is a story of a patrol tracking dog as told through his perspective. About to be euthanized for aggressive behavior, he is found to be just what the sheriff's department is looking for as a tracking dog. Odin loves his job, his trainer and his soon-to-become "forever family". No one can tell the story better than Odin himself!
July 23, 2023
Potent and Heartwarming
Lisa Slater is an author that tells a story in the form of a book. In this case she wrote a potent and heartwarming story from the K-9's perspective about him and handler and the life he shared with his family and community. It's a must read. Thank you Lisa for sharing his story!
Lisa Slater is an author that tells a story in the form of a book. In this case she wrote a potent and heartwarming story from the K-9's perspective about him and handler and the life he shared with his family and community. It's a must read. Thank you Lisa for sharing his story!
November 12, 2023
A tracking dog's autobiography
I have always associated crime with cities but Odin and his owner, Adam, live in a rural area with an amazing number of crimes and when the criminals attempt to escape, Odin finds them. This book gives you the dog's viewpoint.
Any state would love to have Odin. Perhaps the administrations of prisons should train and employ tracking dogs!
I have always associated crime with cities but Odin and his owner, Adam, live in a rural area with an amazing number of crimes and when the criminals attempt to escape, Odin finds them. This book gives you the dog's viewpoint.
Any state would love to have Odin. Perhaps the administrations of prisons should train and employ tracking dogs!
December 11, 2023
Loved, loved, loved this book. It will make you laugh, cry and just feel good. Anyone who has owned a dog has to be impressed with their capability for love, trust and loyalty. The author was able to write this book from the dog's perspective and had done an amazing job. Loved the pictures included in this book.
January 2, 2024
K9 Odin by Lisa Slater is a book that I absolutely could not put down. I wanted to read this book because I love dogs and I’m familiar with Coos Country Oregon where this book takes place. I wasn’t prepared to be so entertained and informed. I loved that Odin “tells” his story and the reader got to hear about his captures ‘blow by blow’. I highly recommend this book.
January 22, 2024
Laughed, cried, cheered. This books has all the feels
Oh how I LOVE Odin and Adam together! What a story of love, resilience, potential, and strength. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves dogs, but also to anyone who enjoys a good-guy always catches his man story. Well written from Adam's and Odins perspective.
Oh how I LOVE Odin and Adam together! What a story of love, resilience, potential, and strength. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves dogs, but also to anyone who enjoys a good-guy always catches his man story. Well written from Adam's and Odins perspective.
November 5, 2024
Wonderful
I wasn’t sure about a dog as first “person” but this is so well written it was absolutely absorbing. I was there with these two on their finds and enjoyed every minute. I’m so glad I started to see if it was good.There was no turning back. I’m happy to say there was no horrible ending!
I wasn’t sure about a dog as first “person” but this is so well written it was absolutely absorbing. I was there with these two on their finds and enjoyed every minute. I’m so glad I started to see if it was good.There was no turning back. I’m happy to say there was no horrible ending!
March 23, 2025
As a former K9 handler, I believe this book should be mandatory reading for new K9 handlers. I enjoyed reading the entire book and it brought back many memories of following my K9 partner Kaleb on a track. It was an excellent idea to tell the story from the dog’s point of view rather than the handler’s view.
December 14, 2023
Great book!
I loved this book. Written as if by Odin himself. I found myself crying at times but mainly laughing through the relationship between dog and handler. So we'll written. Looking forward to reading o th her books written by Law Slater.
I loved this book. Written as if by Odin himself. I found myself crying at times but mainly laughing through the relationship between dog and handler. So we'll written. Looking forward to reading o th her books written by Law Slater.
August 11, 2024
Funny! Entertaining and best of all full of Personality! I truly Fell in Love with ODEN! Great story! And So clever in its telling from a dogs perspective. This book reads easy and quick. Page turning adventures with a touch of a dogs innocent humor. I had no idea how much a Police Dog could mimic an actual Law Officers detailed work. Absolutely Amazing. 5 Stars!!!!! I am looking forward to seeing what Lisa Slater Does next!
May 17, 2025
The Pride of Coos County!
I have read Odin’s story twice now. Though I never had a chance to meet him reading his story lets me feel like I knew him 🥰 For anyone who loves dogs this is your book! I truly love it ❣️
I have read Odin’s story twice now. Though I never had a chance to meet him reading his story lets me feel like I knew him 🥰 For anyone who loves dogs this is your book! I truly love it ❣️
September 22, 2025
so glad I read Odin’s story!
Can’t help but laugh at all of Odin’s antics! Especially dragging and sometimes flipping Deputy Slater at the beginning of their tracks!!
What a joy of a dog to work with! (haha) He definitely has the courage of a lion and the stubbornness of a mule! You will hold your breath as he takes you along with him on some of his most exciting tracks!
Can’t help but laugh at all of Odin’s antics! Especially dragging and sometimes flipping Deputy Slater at the beginning of their tracks!!
What a joy of a dog to work with! (haha) He definitely has the courage of a lion and the stubbornness of a mule! You will hold your breath as he takes you along with him on some of his most exciting tracks!
July 25, 2023
Love Odin!
Book was even better than I thought it would be....well done Lisa Slater...brought tears to my eyes. This book tells an awesome story of dedication
Book was even better than I thought it would be....well done Lisa Slater...brought tears to my eyes. This book tells an awesome story of dedication
August 4, 2023
It is a wonderful, heart-warming, and thoughtful book showing the bravery, heart, and courage of a dog and his person. It is written with love and heart.
August 21, 2023
It was really interesting to hear it from the dog! I enjoyed it very much!
November 16, 2023
Great book to read.
November 19, 2023
Wonderful read.
April 24, 2024
To hear the true story of K9 Odin from Odin's own mind is truly amazing. This was one of, if the most fantastic I have had in many years. I highly recommend this fantastic book to all readers!
June 2, 2024
This is a great book,it will make you cry and laugh. Just finding the right fit for the dog great story. Couldn't put I dwn
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