During those years of faithful waiting, Shep’s role in the Fort Benton community evolved. From an unwelcome stray dog to beloved worldwide children’s idol, Shep and the community changed together.

Humans mourn animals in a myriad ways. Here, an animal grieves. Meet Shep, a dog who showed up at a railway station in ...

Shep’s vigil ended on January 12 ... where the days are as blue as lapis and the stars shine like crystals, the faithful dog got his reward, finally found his reunion. (Excerpted with permission ...