A Dog Named Mattis
12 Lessons for Living Courageously, Serving Selflessly, and Building Bridges from a Heroic K9 Officer (The Perfect Gift for Dog Lovers and People in Law Enforcement)
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Nelson Books (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2024
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Publisher's Description
Take a ride-along with Sergeant Mark Tappan and his amazing K9 partner Mattis, whose heroic actions will inspire you to live courageously, serve selflessly, and love passionately because every human (and dog) has a purpose. Sergeant Mark Tappan shares a unique bond with his K9 partner Mattis, one of the most decorated police K9s of all time. Mark knew from the first time they interacted that Mattis was something special. As a man of deep faith, Mark also knew that God's most profound teaching often comes through the most unexpected sources, and he soon realized that Mattis was going to teach him about loyalty, selfless service, and so much more. In A Dog Named Mattis, Mark shares twelve life lessons he's learned from working with Mattis. Through these first-hand accounts of bravery and service, you will learn profound lessons, like: Being willing to 'go all in' and work with all your heart, even when things are uncertain How persistence pays off when you are willing to stick with what you know is right How to be strong and courageous in the face of adversity And much more You will also get a behind-the-scenes look at the world of police K9s and gain a deeper understanding of: The many ways that K9 units assist police departments What a K9 officer's daily life looks like What kind of training police dogs and their handlers must go through How a police dog is tested and selected The lengths a dog will go to in order to complete their mission A Dog Named Mattis will capture the hearts of dog lovers everywhere and remind you that true success is built on relationships filled with trust, communication, and love.
Endorsements (4)
“When I lived in Atlanta, Mark Tappan was my favorite neighbor! His love for his family, his career, and his community was infectious. You can imagine my delight when I saw him start sharing his story online with the world. That excitement doubled when he sent me his new book! You are going to love meeting Mattis inside these pages!”
“It is something special to know Mark and Mattis, and it’s no surprise why so many people are drawn to their close relationship. This book brings readers on an intimate ride-along of Mark and Mattis’s journey together. Mark shares the important life lessons that he has learned from his brave K9 companion, Mattis, with a message of trust, service, and community that is so vitally needed in the world right now. You won’t be able to put the book down, and it will impact the way you view the courageous humans and K9s in law enforcement.”
“Mark and Mattis have a bond unlike any I’ve seen between a man and his dog. Most officers and their K9 partners have undeniable bonds. They have to; oftentimes the job they are doing together could be life or death. But when I first met (and interviewed) Mark, I could see the love and adoration he had for Mattis; in fact, he cried just talking about his dog. This book takes you on their journey together, realizing and exceeding the true meaning behind ‘man’s best friend.’ There’s no doubt that after reading about this incredible German shepherd, as a heralded K9 officer and as a dog at home, you’ll fall in love just as I did. They are a dynamic duo and the people of Alpharetta, Georgia, are lucky to have been protected by them. May we all aspire to love and respect our dogs like Mark does.”
“Inspirational, instructional, and best of all heartwarming. Mark and Mattis take the reader on a journey into a variety of moments that provide vital life lessons for any canine handler or dog enthusiast. Dense educational content paired with raw experience, this book is capturing the tenacity and passion in canine partnership.”
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