Cold Noses At The Pearly Gates

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 212 pages
• Published by: Citadel April 1, 2008
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0806528877
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0806528878
• Book Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 1 inches
• Weighs: 6.4 ounces

Product Review
A great comfort to me and all whome I am associated with. Thank you Gary for writing it. -- Terry Hickey, Founder, Halton/Peel Pet Loss Support Group

I read both of Gary's books and experienced great joy and blessing. -- Dr. Jack Van Impe, TV Evangelist letter of September 2001

WINNER OF FAITHWRITER'S.COM SEAL OF APPROVAL FOR "OUTSTANDING READ".

Losing a pet is a very difficult experience for most pet owners. The isolation one feels when dealing with this specific kind of grief can be overwhelming at times. After all, most people seem to think, 'it was only an animal.' Gary Kurz, author of Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates, wants you to know you are not alone. Not only are there others who understand your intense feelings of loss, but there is also reason for great hope.

In the introduction to his book, Mr. Kurz explains that it was the loss of his beloved Chihuahua, Pebbles, that led him to research the concept of animal afterlife. In the wake of Pebbles' death, a friend reacted to Kurz's grief with the cold response of someone who has clearly never shared a close relationship with an animal. Her sarcastic remark about "doggy heaven" led Kurz to turn to the Bible for comfort and understanding of what had become of his cherished Pebbles-and we should all be glad he did.

The result is a book offering great comfort and peace to anyone, young or old, who has ever lost a pet. No, there isn't a doggy heaven. In fact, there is only one Heaven and it is a place where we will all live together. All of us humans and our lost, but not forgotten, pets.

Mr. Kurz leads the reader through a convincing analysis of the spiritual state of animals. Do they have a soul? Yes. Are they loved by their Creator? Yes, indeed. Mr. Kurz explores several other topics in the book that I found quite thought-provoking. In one section he proposes that animals will have the ability to speak in the afterlife. Initially, even I (a diehard animal lover myself) reacted with skepticism to this concept. But, once I read what the author had to say on the subject, it seemed a natural, logical assumption. I looked at my dog and half-expected her to open her mouth and talk to me.

Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates is an incredibly well researched book offering true and lasting peace for individuals coping with pet loss. The author's concern for his readers is made evident throughout the book. He wants you to know you are not alone and that the Word of God offers you hope in your grief and salvation through Jesus Christ. I would recommend it to all animal lovers. -- Terry Wilson, Faith Writer's Book Reviewer, February 2007

I read this magnificent book. It is brilliantly written, sensitive, heartwarming and uplifting. It will bring you hope and comfort. -- Susan Peterson, Hollywood Producer

Thank you for your book and for the gracious inscription. -- White House, First lady Laura Bush letter of April 9, 2004 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Reader Reviews
This review is from: Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates (Paperback) Losing a pet can be such a difficult time in our lives, sometimes it hurts as much, if not more, than losing a person. Society doesn't seem to address the trauma associated with coping with this sort of loss, and/or the afterlife of our treasured faithful companions. Finally, a book that will walk us through answering those questions about where our companions go, if we can expect to see them again and the afterlife they will experience. As well as helping us cope with our sorrow and depression and our ability to walk through the pain and move foward. The author is sensative, gentle and will touch your heart. A must have for any pet lover going through this great loss.