A Dog
Called Hope
The true story of a wounded warrior and the dog that saved him.
Published in seven countries. Over 26,000 reader reviews. The unforgettable memoir of SSgt Jason Morgan and Napal, the service dog who helped rebuild a life.
"Inspirational, tear-jerking, and laugh-out-loud uplifting."
One warrior. One dog.
One impossible fight back.
When special operator Jason Morgan awoke from a months-long coma, he was told he'd never walk again. Discovered face-down in a Central American swamp after a jungle mission gone wrong, he had a smashed spine, collapsed lungs, and countless broken bones. It was a miracle he'd even survived.
Months of painful surgery followed, with Jason's life balanced on a knife-edge. Released from hospital in a wheelchair and plagued by memory loss, Jason's life fell apart. Left alone to raise his three infant sons, all hope seemed gone — until Jason met Napal, a handsome-as-hell black Labrador provided by a very special charity.
With this one incredible dog at their side, Jason's life and that of his family would never be the same again. With Napal's help Jason was able to conquer his paralysis, eventually completing a marathon and winning numerous medals in the Wounded Warrior Games. More than that, this amazing service dog helped heal a family and taught Jason to be the father his kids needed him to be.
A Dog Called Hope is the moving and heart-warming story of how Jason rediscovered his life's mission, his strength as a father, and — through his beloved dog — his hope.
In their words
A selection of reviews from readers, critics, and fellow veterans around the world.
★★★★★"I could not put this book down. Jason's honesty about his darkest moments, and the way Napal pulled him back into the light, will stay with me forever."
★★★★★"A masterclass in the quiet strength required to rebuild a life when the maps are taken away. Beautifully written and deeply human."
★★★★★"Every veteran, every parent, every person who has ever felt like giving up should read this. It's not just a memoir — it's a reason to keep going."
★★★★★"Tear-jerking and laugh-out-loud in equal measure. Napal steals the show, but Jason's grit is the real story."
★★★★★"One of the most compelling voices of our generation. Jason's story isn't just about survival — it's about the relentless pursuit of purpose."
★★★★★"As a service-dog trainer, I've read many books in this space. None captures the bond between handler and dog like this one does."
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