Rescue Matters: Four years. Four thousand dogs. An incredible true story of rescue and redemption.

Every book sold helps save a life.
A portion of profits goes directly to Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue — the same rescue at the heart of this award-winning story.

4,000 Dogs. One Garage. No Backup.
When Deputy Keith Benning took a job in rural North Dakota, he never imagined his garage would become ground zero for a grassroots animal rescue movement. But with 70+ strays showing up each month and no local shelter in sight, Keith and a ragtag team of volunteers stepped up.

Over four years, they rescued thousands of animals — and sacrificed everything to do it.

A True Story of Grit, Purpose, and Radical Compassion

An award-winning, real-life animal rescue memoir
For readers who love Oogy and The Art of Racing in the Rain
A must-read for animal lovers, rescue advocates, and those who believe one person can make a difference.

He lost his marriage. A fellow officer. Nearly his own life.
But in the face of burnout, heartbreak, and impossible odds, Keith proved that one determined human — and a garage — can spark a revolution.

Readers Love Rescue Matters
1,000+ Five Star Ratings
Readers’ Favorite Book Award Winner – 2021
Indie Reader Discovery Award Winner – 2023

“Full of heart and compassion… it’s conceivable to imagine Rescue Matters as a family-friendly feature film.” – BookPipeline

“Anyone who loves animals, and certainly anyone with a heart, will love this book.” – Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards