After a devastating accident that killed his dog and left him in critical condition, Jeff Schwartz found his way back to walk and love again.

Jeff Schwartz and Mandy on an outing. After his devastating accident, Schwartz rescued a dog and his own way of living. (Photo credit: Wendy Maeda/Globe Staff)
This story, by Eric Moskowitz of The Boston Globe, will make you cry – but at least it is a dog story with a bittersweet ending.
In a blissful life upended, the gift of man’s best friend endures
Kathleen Crisley, specialist in dog massage, rehabilitation and nutrition/food therapy, The Balanced Dog Ltd, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ugh….dogs are magical.