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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.
Praise for Making Rounds With Oscar
"I love this book -- Oscar has much to teach us about empathy and courage. I couldn't put it down."
-Sarah Gruen, author of Water for Elephants
"At its heart, Dosa's search is more about how people cope with death than Oscar's purported ability to predict it."
-The Associated Press
"Beautifully written, heartwarming [...] Told with profound insight and great respect for all involved, this is more than just a cat story (although it will appeal to fans of Vicki Myron's Dewey)."
-Library Journal
"You'll be moved."
-People
Product Details
| Publisher | Hyperion |
| ISBN | 1401323235 |
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| Format | Hardcover |
| Author | David Dosa |
| EAN | 9781401323233 |
| Label | Hyperion |
| Edition | 1 |
| Dewey Decimal Number | 362.1756 |
| Studio | Hyperion |
| Number Of Pages | 240 |
| Title | Making Rounds with Oscar: The Extraordinary Gift of an Ordinary Cat |
| Release Date | 2010-02-02 |
| Publication Date | 2010-02-02 |
| Manufacturer | Hyperion |
Customer Reviews
Spiritual CatReview by Mary Ann, 2010-08-31
Making Rounds with Oscar is a book I could hardly put down, & surprisingly I found it a great spiritual-growth type read. Always having been an animal lover, Oscar proves that often animals are more in-tune with the really important issues of life - i.e. being present with people at times of deepest need. A great book & a wonderful cat!! I think tere are more Oscar's out there - we just don't take time to know that. Mary Ann Cauthen
Extraordinary and enigmatic story
Review by R. Riis, 2010-08-27
Animals have greater capacities than we generally give them credit for. This is an extraordinary and enigmatic story. Recommended.
feline vigil
Review by Helen F Wright, 2010-08-25
Delightful story about Oscar and one of the best books I have read regarding Dementia and its affects on whole families. It was deeply healing, and opened up different perspectives about [human] end of life choices.
Great Read
Review by Michael J. Isaac, 2010-08-23
An amazing read. I am a Fellow in Geriatrics and this is a must read for anyone who is going to be working with older patients. Very Inspirational.
sweet cute book!! Need more Oscar!
Review by 4fabfelines, 2010-08-19
This was a sweet and cute book, a sceptical doctor and the loving staff. the doctor gives alot of advice on handling care of the elderly dementia patients.... not a huge amount of memories of Oscar but still a cute book. I would recommend this for someone that was needing a book on care and understanding of this disease..
It brought back memories of my grandmother.
I wish there was more stories of the cats and pictures. Cute book..lovingly worded.
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