Rusty A Journey Of Hope is a children's book inspired by a true story. When a man named Terry adopts a puppy from the Humane Society he names him Rusty. The central theme of the book is the training of Rusty as a psychiatric service dog and the bonding of his U.S. Veteran owner Terry who suffers from Post Traumatic Stress. Rusty becomes his best and loyal friend. Rusty is there to help bring Terry back to life. This juvenile non-fiction book about a dog will be inspirational to both children and adults alike. Children's book about a dog. Children's book about a man and his dog. Children's book describing the effects of war. Illustrated kids book about man and dog. Christian children's book. Christian children's book about adopting a dog. Christian juvenile non-fiction. Christian illustrated juvenile non-fiction. The Author Terry Sheppard is an inspirational speaker and educator. In 1991 Terry established an academy in communication arts for high school students. His career spans three decades in media as a producer and director of broadcast television. A United States Air Force veteran, Terry served in Vietnam. Rusty A Journey Of Hope is Terry Sheppard's first children's book.