"Starting a 501-3c non-profit animal rescue isn't easy under any circumstances...but Tamira Ci Thayne has never been accused of doing something because it's easy. She's a woman who walks the walk. In her new book, "It Went to the Dogs", she lets readers behind the scenes during her quest to do something really hard--turning Michael Vick's dog fighting property into a rescue for chained and penned dogs.
Tamira's objective was to transform the bad energy of Vick's property into good energy. To memorialize the Dogs who had died in fear; heal the place, and the ghosts of those dogs; and to create a safe space to rehabilitate dogs who had only ever known isolation and loneliness, preparing them to be adopted into loving families. Many of those dogs' stories are told throughout the book.
The endeavor was met with obstacles, treachery, and disdain at every turn--but through it all, Thayne persisted, and she is nothing if not tenacious. Tamira's story is for anyone in animal rescue, everyone who has ever come up against insurmountable odds, and everyone who loves dogs. It is a master class in pursuing your dream."--C.A. Wulff

"I have had the privilege of meeting the author and visiting the Good Newz Rehab Center in Smithfield VA, the history of which is extensively documented in this book. There's no doubt whatsoever that Tamira Thayne has transformed a place of unspeakable terror and torture against dogs into a healing, loving refuge for formerly chained, penned, and abused dogs. The facility I saw was exactly as described in this book: it was immaculate, the staff was attentive and compassionate, the grounds were well-maintained and set up to provide safety, exercise and comfort for the dogs, top-notch medical care was provided, along with good food, clean water, and well, love. That transformation alone should make this story compelling, but the fact that Tamira accomplished all of that while being subjected to constant intimidation, harassment and persecution by Surry County officials and residents is what gives this story its edge. The treatment she endured was shameful, but she persisted in her mission to create a refuge and safe haven for chained dogs so that they could be rehabilitated and placed into loving forever homes. Tamira's respect and affection for all animals - not just dogs - is boundless, and what she achieved in Smithfield is nothing short of a small miracle."--David Hoover

"Attention all dog lovers and freedom fighters!!! Add this to your "must read" list! The is the story of a modern day Wonder Woman's battle against a local government, old fashioned ignorance and a never ending war on animal abuse. Thoughtful, compelling and well written. This book is an emotional roller coaster...pride, joy, compassion and outrage rolled into one. A definite must have!"--Melanie Gilbert