A Home for Dixie: The True Story of a Rescued Puppy

by Emma Jackson, Bob Carey (Illustrator)

This is the true story of a puppy that did not have a permanent home and a young girl named Emma who desperately wanted a puppy of her own to love. Happily for both, Emma adopts the little puppy, names her Dixie, and in each other they find the companionship they've been looking for. With bonus information on how to support your local animal shelter—and even adopt a rescued dog of your own—this uplifting story, with adorable photographs, is the perfect companion for any dog-loving family.

Genres: Picture Books, Animals, Nonfiction, Dogs, Childrens

40 pages, Paperback

First published April 22, 2008

Reviews

[IrenesBookReviews · Rating 4 out of 5]

A woman named Mary Cody has a place for unwanted dogs. Her place is called Aunt Mary’s Doghouse. This is the story of a girl named Emma and her search for a dog. Emma asks and asks for a dog and when her parents finally give in they take here to the local Aunt Mary’s Doghouse location. There are actual photo’s of Emma and the dogs she chooses from. She finds a dog that is just right for her and names it Dixie. The story goes on to show her and Dixie at home together. The last pages of the book are informational about Aunt Mary’s Doghouse and how to find a place like that near you. I liked the simple way it explained how to adopt a dog and I really enjoyed the photos.

[Josie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a true story about a puppy that got rescued by a girl. The girl adopted him and gave him a home and they became best friends. Even though things are not exactly perfect between them, they still always forgive each other and love each other regardless.

The media used here is real pictures.

I would read this book to young children just learning to read because it is very simplistic and the real pictures add a lot to the story.

[Robert Gowdy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought that the story conveyed a clear message about the importance of adopting animals from shelters. I thought it was a good book with good pictures that told the story of "Dixie" and the pound she came from. The story touches on topics such as animal adoption, family, what happens to dogs who do not get adopted, and the growth of learning to take responsibility for the dog. I would recommend this book for grade school and up.

[Lynn Beaudoin · Rating 4 out of 5]

The photographs are vivid. The story is a nice story, but not exceptional.

[Nichole · Rating 3 out of 5]

A book written by a child about adopting a dog. Nicely done.

[Mary Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

The students in my library love books about dogs & cats. This is a sweet picture book, perfect for the kid who dreams about getting a dog of their own. It tells Dixie and Emma's story - from when the little puppy is rescued and brought to a shelter (no scary drama, though), to Emma's family deciding that it was time to get a dog, to Dixie's adjustment to her new home. It's written by a high school girl of her real life experience with her dog, and the pictures are of the real dog with her family, but very nice quality. Perfect for 1st and 2nd graders.

[babyhippoface · Rating 2 out of 5]

This photo essay tells the trule tale of a homeless puppy's journey from a dog shelter to her new home. The story is slight but children will like the sharp, full-page photos of the pup. A note about how to find an animal shelter near you for pet adoption or volunteer work is included.

On a personal note, I would have preferred the story to follow the adoption of an adult dog, since they're generally harder to place in homes than puppies.

[Marcia · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is basically an advertisement for Aunt Mary's Doghouse and pet adoption. Those are good things indeed, and the young author shares her road to pet adoption through photos. The audience for this book would be children trying to convince their family to adopt pets. I believe the book was a fund-raiser for the shelter. A good cause--a mediocre book.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE this book! I enjoyed this book partially because I am a dog-lover, but the heartwarming story and great photographs could be enjoyed by readers of all ages. The story is about Dixie, a dog who is rescued from a shelter and adopted by a loving family.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a true story and is illustrated with photographs. The photographs really make the book because they are so adorable! The book would be a good read aloud but it is non-fiction so it may get overlooked.

[Jennie]

Endearing photographs by Bob Carey help tell the story of Dixie a rescue puppy that finds a home with Emma and her family. A good introduction to the rescue dog world and the importance of adopting dogs who need a home. Kids can hardly wait to check this one out. gr. K-6.

[Marcie · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was tempted to give this 1 star, but I couldn't be that mean seeing as the author was a High School Student. The photos are lovely, but seemed awfully staged. I think this was just published to cash in on the Marley craze. I hope it did well. Children's book of the month promotes it.

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute little true story about a rescued dog. Not s super great story liek Hero Cat (who rescued her kittens from a burning building), but the thing that makes this book fun is the great pictures. It is also fun to point out that a young girl wrote this book.

[Alida · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would make this book mandatory reading in every school in the United States. As a firm believer of NEVER EVER buying a pet, I have always adopted from city shelters (or the streets). This book is a wonderful way to introduce the topic to kids that want a dog for the first time.

[Pam Cipkowski · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great intro for kids on choosing to adopt a homeless animal. Wish they would have gone a little more into why there are so many homeless animals, though.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very cute and true story about a puppy finding a forever home.

[Loren · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice approach to homeless pets and adoption of dogs ... plus the photos are fab. A great nonfiction book that reads like a picture book. Well Done!

[a · Rating 5 out of 5]

a most excellent 5 star read for me!
I love the story, the title and the dog, the kids loved this one too...:)

[K.C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Tracie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Non-fiction, longer text for those dog lovers - good story and pictures.