Steven B Reider

Steven B. Reider is an author, Vietnam veteran, and lifelong dog lover whose books celebrate the bond between humans and their canine companions. His writing blends heartfelt storytelling, practical wisdom, and deep reflection on the lessons dogs teach us about loyalty, resilience, and unconditional love.

Through his work, Steven shares not just training insights and touching narratives, but also a message of hope—that even in life’s darkest moments, the love of a dog can guide us back to light. He often says, “Dogs don’t need an announcement for their loyalty. They just live it.”

Steven writes with the conviction that dogs are not just pets—they are family, teachers, healers, and everyday inspirations. His books are as much about people as they are about dogs, offering humor, wisdom, and lessons about living fully in the moment.

Books by Steven B. Reider

(Newest to Oldest)

Where Love Sends Us: Sometimes it's Not Where You Want to Go; It's Where You Where Meant to Be

The sequel to UNSEEN UNBROKEN is a heartfelt story of love, loss, and the unexpected ways life leads us home. When a man grieving his deloved dog discovers a new companion left behind beneath an old oak tree. His world begins to change in ways he never imagined. What follows is a journey across oceans and through seasons of healing, where faith, friendship, and second chances intertwine. Through the loyalty of dogs and the resilience of the human spirit, the story shows that even in moments of deep sorrow, love continues to guide us to where we are meant to be.

Unseen Unbroken: A Dog’s Journey of Love and Loyalty

A moving and tender novel about Cricket, a blind Labrador Retriever rescued from a shelter, and the man who takes her in. Their journey reveals how love, compassion, and trust can heal even the deepest wounds. Unseen Unbroken is a story of resilience, faith, and the unbreakable bond between a man and his dog.

From Wag to Swag: A Coffee-Table Tribute to Bird Dogs

Born from the rescue of an “unadoptable” dog named Abby, this tribute combines stunning photography with heartfelt storytelling. Dedicated to Abby and Katie (a chocolate Labrador lost to cancer), From Wag to Swag celebrates bird dogs and honors shelter animals everywhere. A portion of proceeds supports the Ripple Effect Animal Project, helping give hope to dogs in need.

Somedays You’re the Dog, Somedays You’re the Fire Hydrant

A witty and insightful collection of reflections that captures life’s ups and downs with humor and heart. Through the lens of dogs—who embody honesty, joy, and resilience—this book reminds us not to take life too seriously and to roll with the punches.

All Dogs Are from Missouri: Basic Obedience, the “Show Me” Way

An expansion of Steven’s training philosophy, this guide focuses on practical obedience for the family dog. Rooted in the “Show Me” way—demonstration, trust, and gentle reinforcement—it shows how to build a lifelong bond while shaping a dog into a well-mannered companion.

From Sit to Gundog

Steven’s debut work and a celebrated guide in dog training circles. Blending step-by-step instruction with philosophy, From Sit to Gundog takes readers on the journey from basic obedience to advanced hunting skills. Informative, engaging, and rooted in patience and respect, it is both a manual and a heartfelt tribute to the working partnership between handler and dog.

Closing Note

Through each of these books, Steven B. Reider carries forward a simple truth: dogs are not just chapters in our lives—they are the whole story. His greatest hope is that readers will smile, laugh, reflect, and perhaps hug their dogs a little tighter after reading his words.