Freckles: The Mystery of the Little White Dog in the Desert: The Mystery of the Little White Dog in the Desert

The story of a dog abandoned in the Arizona desert with six puppies. It tells how she kept them all alive until they were rescued by a sheriff's deputy, and how they lived in a jail cell with inmates who cared for them. A woman brings the little white dog home and soon the dog is a certified pet therapy dog working with children from backgrounds surprisingly similar to her own. A gentle, inspiring story that promotes not only a deeper appreciation for all animals, but also for each other. Includes an illustrated glossary, discussion topics, and information about pets.

Paul M. Howey is an author, storyteller, and columnist who lives in a log cabin in the woods and mountains of western North Carolina. He and his wife Trish share their home with four dogs and five parrots. Paul travels the country speaking to elementary school students about writing and publishing and about how to be compassionate towards all animals.