Gorant, who is normally a sports writer, had built up quite a dog loving following because of the lost dogs and was looking for a follow up. Oct 24, 2012 wallace and hector, along with adopter yori, are on a mission to change the often negative stereotypes of pit bull type dogs. Aug 31, 2016 wallace did, however, start the world and dogevals on a pit bull reading frenzy, a total love affair. He was the first pit bull to win a national title in any event at the purina incredible dog challenge.
Wallace started life as a pit bull puppy destined for the shady underworld of dog fighting, but through a series of divine interventions landed in a shelter in rochester, mn where he was named after a nba player best known for his bad attitude. As a puppy, wallace was rescued from a closed puppy mill and adopted by a police officer. Can you tell us about how wallace came into your family. He was the first pit bull to win a national and world championship in the sport of canine flying disc. Over the years as a breeder, bob wallace was known to sell less than a dozen dogs. He became one of the most successful disc dogs a super athletic frisbee sport for dogs in the world, and was an ambassador for his breed in the midst of it all. Wallace the pit bull went against the negative myths and stereotypes surrounding pit bulls to become one of the best frisbee dogs in the world.
This dog starts life in a home where his future is unknown perhaps to be sold as a fighting dog, or perhaps to end up as a bait dog. Wallace wasnt doing well in the shelter environment. Wallace the pit bull foundation was created to improve the lives of dogs, and the people who help them. American pit bull terrier books all about the history of. The information on red, red nose pit bulls comes from page 83 of richard strattons 1977 book on the american pitbull this is the american pit bull terrier. Wallace wants to be your marco brolo agoldphoto pet. Weve recently started wallace the pit bull foundation to continue to help homeless dogs in their honor. Great pedigree information, along with rare photographs. The incredible story of wallace and hector, pit bull brothers. But in the summer of 2005, he was living in a shelter, a refugee from a suspicious pit bullbreeding operation.
He was given up by that owner and in 2005, was rescued from an animal shelter in rochester, minnesota, where he was at risk for euthanasia. Read wallaces full story in the book wallace the underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a. One of the best things about this book is the pictures. We are a diverse group of pit bull enthusiasts devoted to the preservation of the american pit bull terrier. Wallace the pit bull tribute to a legendary frisbee dog. The incredible story of wallace and hector, pit bull brothers turned breed ambassadors. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the american pit bull terrier breed. This is a reprint of some issues of the pit bull fancier magazine 1925 1926 1927.
While on our trip to colorado, we met wallace, who is adoptable from underdogs animal rescue of colorado. Wallace did, however, start the world and dogevals on a pit bull reading frenzy, a total love affair. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed a breed one flying disc at a time, by jim gorant, isnt just. The author of the new york times bestseller the lost dogs shares the heartwarming tale of one plucky, unwanted pit bull who achieved international celebrity. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bullsone flying disc at a time by jim gorant at. If you have been reading up on red american pitbull puppies, any book from richard stratton makes for a. He won many competitive disc championships, which meants appearances on espn2, animal planet, and other channels. Many were intimidated by him, and some thought he should be euthanized. Celebridogs wallace and hector celebrate national pit bull.
The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bullsone flying disc at a time autographed by yori. Readers of gorants book will want to jump up and whoop, good dog. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time. Wallaces body is no longer with us, but his spirit and legacy live on. Wallace s body is no longer with us, but his spirit and legacy live on. The first five attendees at the reception will receive a free copy of the new book wallace. Wallace the pit bull passes on, but his story lives on. Specifically this particular line of the breed dating back well over 100 years. Gorants the lost dogs compelling and surprisingly elegant book tells the story of wallace, a pit bull with a bad reputation who transforms with the love of a young couple.
He was found as a stray and turned into the humane society. The media began doing positive stories about him as a pit bull. In fact it is the second best true story dog book that i have read, and i have read a lot of them. When we filmed this episode we also met wallace, an awesome pit bull that the yori family rescued, loved and in turn, became into a frisbee catching champion. Unfortunately, because of its high energy level and breed pit bulls or pit bull type dogs the dog never makes it into a forever home. Stubbydog chats with wallace the pit bulls guardian roo yori about wallace the book.
All proceeds benefit wallace the pit bull foundation. The results of his dedication to the breed is still apparent and appreciated in the modern day american pit bull terrier. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time jim gorant on. The author of the new york times bestseller the lost dogs shares the heartwarming tale of one plucky, unwanted pit bull who achieved. Andrew roo yori, a scientist and shelter volunteer, could tell immediately that wallace was something special. But wallace the pit bull, subject of the new book wallace. Wallace the champion disc dog stars in jim gorants new book. Wallace was a white pit bull who became a world champion disc dog. Wallace became one of the best disc dogs in the world, regardless of breed. Read wallaces full story in the book wallace the underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time. In wallace, gorant introduces us to another pit bull. Pit bull stories story of the old family red nose pit bull. Lessons from wall streets champion trader by schwartz, martin isbn. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time by jim gorant 4.
We offered free photo shoots for pit bulls as part of our pit bull picture project, a few months back and they book a spot for a pup to be named later. Wallace the pit bull was abandoned at a shelter and nearly euthanized because of his misread behavioral problems before he was adopted by a spectacular couple who saw his potential. Wallace and hector, along with adopter yori, are on a mission to change the often negative stereotypes of pit bull type dogs. If you have been reading up on red american pitbull puppies, any book from richard stratton makes for a good read on the red nose pitbull, or pit bulls in general. Aug 26, 20 wallace became one of the best disc dogs in the world, regardless of breed. Wallace the pit bull the yoris adopted wallace from an animal shelter in 2005. Visit to learn more and consider donating for a great cause.
Read all about wallaces rise from unwanted shelter dog to champion. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage. The american pit bull terrier photo album this is a hard cover 152 page book by t. I do a lot of work with dog rescue in philly, so i was thrilled when i saw this book at our local library. Wallace wants to be your marco brolo agoldphoto pet photography. With a wag and a woof, this book invites readers to meet the devoted american pit bull terrier. This book is a page turner for people who dont even like to read. It took 2 terminal cancers to eventually take his life on 823. Mar 07, 2010 wallace is a rescued american pit bull terrier. He stated that he never sold dogs as a matter of personal principle. The underdog who conquered a sport, saved a marriage, and championed pit bulls one flying disc at a time by jim. While on his honeymoon, roo learned that wallace was about to be put down.
He won many competitive disc championships, which meants appearances on. History of ofrred nose pitbullred nose pitbull kennels. Our educational and informational discussion forum about the american pit bull terrier and all other bull breeds is a venue for members to discuss topics, share ideas and come together with the common goal to preserve and promote our canine breed of choice. Wallace was a white pit bull who became a world champion disc dog life and career. I like this book because it shows the rich history of the american pit bull terrier.
In memory of wallace the pit bull bless the bullys. I enjoyed this book due to the fact that i have a pitbull dog. Also some issues of the american bull terrier magazine 1926. A scientist and shelter volunteer, roo could immediately see that wallace was something special. Pit bull types pbts have always been tied for our second most favorite dogs along with rottweilers first come golden retrievers and labs, but, somehow the magic isnt there in wallace. Wallace went from shelter dog to champion frisbee dog. Aug 01, 2012 in wallace, gorant introduces us to another pit bull. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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