When Connecticut-based veterinarian Shapiro is asked to foster a deaf and blind dog, she readily agrees. Because her life is so busy with family, career, birds, and six other dogs, giving this little puppy a permanent home is not a possibility—or so she tells herself. But soon she and Piglet form an unshakable bond, so, putting all reservations aside, Shapiro makes him an official family member. Thanks to Shapiro’s love, dedication, and patience, Piglet’s spirited personality emerges, as does his will to live a full happy life. Piglet now visits classrooms, teaching children about acceptance and encouraging them to follow his example when facing adversity. Shapiro’s first foray into writing is occasionally uneven, but with a story this heartwarming, that is easily overlooked. The memoir chronicles the challenges Piglet presented initially, the family’s indecision about keeping him, how they bonded, Shapiro’s training methods, and how Piglet eventually became a social media sensation, motivating hundreds of thousands of followers each day. VERDICT Shapiro and Piglet’s uplifting odyssey, cowritten by Eichler-Rivas (The Pursuit of Happyness), is touching, emotional, and not to be missed.