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Making Rounds with Oscar : The Extraordinary Gift of an Ordinary Cat by David Dosa (2011, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherGrand Central Publishing
ISBN-101401310435
ISBN-139781401310431
eBay Product ID (ePID)102944400

Product Key Features

Book TitleMaking Rounds with Oscar : the Extraordinary Gift of an Ordinary Cat
Number of Pages256 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicEldercare, Cats / General, General, Animals / General, Terminal Care, Essays & Narratives
Publication Year2011
GenrePets, Nature, Family & Relationships, Medical
AuthorDavid Dosa
FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight7.9 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal362.17/56
SynopsisA remarkable cat. A special gift. A life-changing journey. They thought he was just a cat. When Oscar arrived at the Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rhode Island he was a cute little guy with attitude. He loved to stretch out in a puddle of sunlight and chase his tail until he was dizzy. Occasionally he consented to a scratch behind the ears, but only when it suited him. In other words, he was a typical cat. Or so it seemed. It wasn't long before Oscar had created something of a stir. Apparently, this ordinary cat possesses an extraordinary gift: he knows instinctively when the end of life is near. Oscar is a welcome distraction for the residents of Steere House, many of whom are living with Alzheimer's. But he never spends much time with them -- until they are in their last hours. Then, as if this were his job, Oscar strides purposely into a patient's room, curls up on the bed, and begins his vigil. Oscar provides comfort and companionship when people need him most. And his presence lets caregivers and loved ones know that it's time to say good-bye. Oscar's gift is a tender mercy. He teaches by example: embracing moments of life that so many of us shy away from. Making Rounds with Oscar is the story of an unusual cat, the patients he serves, their caregivers, and of one doctor who learned how to listen. Heartfelt, inspiring, and full of humor and pathos, this book allows readers to take a walk into a world rarely seen from the outside, a world we often misunderstand., NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A remarkable cat. A special gift. A life-changing journey. They thought he was just a cat. When Oscar arrived at the Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rhode Island he was a cute little guy with attitude. He loved to stretch out in a puddle of sunlight and chase his tail until he was dizzy. Occasionally he consented to a scratch behind the ears, but only when it suited him. In other words, he was a typical cat. Or so it seemed. It wasn't long before Oscar had created something of a stir. Apparently, this ordinary cat possesses an extraordinary gift: he knows instinctively when the end of life is near. Oscar is a welcome distraction for the residents of Steere House, many of whom are living with Alzheimer's. But he never spends much time with them--until they are in their last hours. Then, as if this were his job, Oscar strides purposely into a patient's room, curls up on the bed, and begins his vigil. Oscar provides comfort and companionship when people need him most. And his presence lets caregivers and loved ones know that it's time to say good-bye. Oscar's gift is a tender mercy. He teaches by example: embracing moments of life that so many of us shy away from. Making Rounds with Oscar is the story of an unusual cat, the patients he serves, their caregivers, and of one doctor who learned how to listen. Heartfelt, inspiring, and full of humor and pathos, this book allows readers to take a walk into a world rarely seen from the outside, a world we often misunderstand.

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  • Making Rounds With Oscar

    Compelling stories about patients and their families. My favorite quote was from a patient's son when asked how he could be so upbeat when he visited his mother and how he could cope with his mother's dementia. He said that he had said goodbye to his mother long ago and was now falling in love with "this little lady."

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  • A MUST READ!!!!

    Fantastic read, really shows the amazing intuition of cats and the affect they have on others. Not only on ill individuals, but also on their family members. Definitely a must buy book!

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  • Very compelling read

    Written so that you are fascinated but also have empathy for nursing home patients and a new appreciation of the intelligence and compassion of cats.

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  • Christmas gift and the young lady can't ...

    Christmas gift and the young lady can't wait to read the book after just looking at the cover, the images, and reading the introduction. Thank you. Great gift. A+++++.

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  • Heavenly Cat

    Its a great book to read!!! This cat is like a Angel from Heaven. 👼..

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  • Great book during these difficult times. And the positive gifts cats provide at our most time of need.

    Great book during these difficult times. And the positive gifts cats provide at our most time of need.

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