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Nonfiction Book Awards Silver Winner
IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award Silver Winner
Nautilus Book Awards Silver Winner
American Book Fest Awards Finalist
Book Excellence Awards Finalist
“Brooklyn Goes Home” is the compelling true story of a single greyhound that sparked a global call to action against the world’s most notorious dog racing track. After enduring eight long years in a cramped, desolate concrete cell, this resilient canine found his forever home with passionate greyhound advocates, Christine Dorchak and Carey Theil.
Our world was transformed by a dog named Brooklyn. It’s remarkable to consider how one spotted greyhound could ignite such a monumental global crusade. It’s even more astounding that the campaign was victorious and that after a decade of torment, Brooklyn would finally find his way home. In fact, Brooklyn’s short, thirteen-year lifespan marked one of the most pivotal eras in greyhound history and the broader discussion surrounding non-human animal rights. His life signaled not just the downfall of greyhound racing in the United States, but also the rise of the first triumphant movement to dismantle a pervasive, culturally ingrained, and economically substantial animal abuse industry.
This historical account is shaped by the recollections and insights of Christine Dorchak and Carey Theil, detailing their twenty-year journey of collaboration to protect greyhounds. The pair, who hail from different backgrounds, one a traditionally raised animal-loving lawyer from New Jersey, the other a liberal poet and chess master turned political strategist, found their differing perspectives to be a unique balance of opposites. This unlikely harmony may well be the secret behind the survival and ultimate success of their organization against colossal odds.
“Brooklyn Goes Home” tells the tale of the rise and fall of commercial greyhound racing in the United States, and how a small, committed non-profit made a significant impact. It is also a touching tribute to three unforgettable years spent with an extraordinary dog. Readers will find motivation and inspiration in this chronicle