About the Author

Chris and Maureen Harrington (husband and wife and proud parents of Ivy) are the authors of Ivy the Very Determined Dog. Five years ago Ivy came into their lives and filled their home with Frenchie kisses and love. Never could they have imagined just how much happiness she would bring, or that she would teach them some of the most important lessons in life. At the age of three, Ivy was diagnosed with a rare genetic spinal disease which has left her paralyzed in her back legs. How could Ivy ever chase her ball again? How could she play with her best friends, or simply stand to eat dinner? All questions that ran through Chris and Maureen's mind. Over time, Ivy began to show the world how. She began taking wobbly steps on just two paws. Each day she grew stronger and stronger and was more determined than the next. It was, and still is, a true inspiration to watch. Chris and Maureen began to document Ivy's progress on Instagram (@ivy.the.frenchie) to provide health updates to family and friends and maybe help another pup going through a similar situation. They began to notice that Ivy's page was that, but it also became a place for people to go for inspiration. Messages flurried in daily from all over the world sharing what an inspiration Ivy is to them in their lives. Whether it is someone (human or furry) bound to a wheelchair, a dog owner going through a similar situation looking for advice and moral support, or someone who just needs an inspiration (on a RUFF day) , Ivy can help relate and brighten their inner strength. Ivy is the inspiration behind the book, but her fans and supporters are the reason the book was written.Chris, Maureen, and Ivy live just outside of Boston.

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