A SHEEPDOG NAMED OSCAR Love and Companionship in Rural Ireland

Narrator Michael Vallely's soft, melodic Irish brogue is an ideal match for this memoir chronicling Waldron's adoption of a border collie named Oscar in rural Ireland. Oscar enters Waldron's life during a pivotal time after his father's sudden death, providing comfort and quickly becoming part of the family. Waldron's relatable processing of his grief is interwoven with examples of Oscar's positive impact on the family. Vallely's tender tone highlights Waldron's commitment to Oscar. Listeners hear about Oscar's journey from living at a rundown farm to becoming a beloved family pet, alongside insights into the history of sheepdogs in Ireland, animal rights, and animal psychology. Vallely's perfect pace and storyteller's voice are engaging. [Published: JANUARY 2026]