Book Review: ‘Tina’ by Niall Harbison

A heartfelt story of rescue, resilience, and the life-changing power of compassion

Book Title: Tina: The Dog Who Changed the World
Author: Niall Harbison
Publisher: Farshore
Number of Pages: 256
ISBN: 0008798869
Date Published: Nov. 15, 2025
Price: INR 598 / $12.40

Tina by Niall Harbison

Book Review

How rescuing an ailing dog, rendered as man’s best friend, has led to a revolution?

Tina: The Dog Who Changed the World” is a truly touching story that stays with you long after you finish reading. Written for younger readers, but meaningful for adults too, the book gently shows how one act of kindness can grow into something much bigger. It follows Niall Harbison, an Irishman living in Thailand, who spends his days rescuing street dogs through his organisation, Happy Doggo Land. His love for these animals shines through every page.

At the heart of the book is Tina, a weak, sick, chained up and close to death dog when Niall rescued her, but with care and patience, she slowly grew stronger. Tina only lived for six months after her rescue, but those months were filled with warmth, safety, and love. Her story touched thousands of people online and inspired Niall to begin building a veterinary hospital in her name. The book does not hide the harsh realities faced by street dogs, but it tells these parts with sensitivity, always focusing on hope and healing.

What makes this book so special is the emotion behind it. Tina’s recovery mirrors Niall’s own journey of personal healing, which makes the story even more powerful. You can feel his deep bond with the dogs and his commitment to giving them dignity, whether they recover fully or simply find peace in their final days. This is a hopeful and heartfelt book, especially for anyone who has ever loved a dog. It reminds us that compassion can truly change the world—one life at a time.

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