Lucky Dog: Twelve Tales of Rescued Dogs

by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel, Randi Barrow, Marlane Kennedy

A collection of short stories from favorite authors, all about dogs and the kids who love them. Proceeds will be donated to RedRover, an organization that helps animals in need!

This collection is full of heartwarming and hilarious stories about the Pawley Rescue Center, where rescued dogs find their way into hearts and homes. You'll meet Foxtrot, a feisty Pomeranian who can't bear the thought of leaving her best friend. And Beatrice, whose bark is definitely worse than her bite. And then there's Pumpkin, one of the 101 Chihuahuas who turn life at the center upside down. Whether drooling, dueling, or just fooling around, these captivating canines will show you why the dog is kid's best friend!

LUCKY DOG features sweet and silly stories about playful pups and the kids who love them by some of your favorite Randi Barrow, Marlane Kennedy, Elizabeth Cody Kimmel, Kirby Larson, C. Alexander London, Leslie Margolis, Jane B. Mason and Sarah Hines Stephens, Ellen Miles, Michael Northrop, Teddy Slater, Tui T. Sutherland, and Allan Woodrow.

Genres: Animals, Dogs, Short Stories, Middle Grade, Nonfiction, Childrens

192 pages, Hardcover

First published January 28, 2014

Reviews

[DelAnne Frazee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Title: Lucky Dog - Twelve Tales of Rescued Dogs
Author: Various Authors - Randi Barrow, Marlane Kennedy, Elizabeth Cody Kimmel, Kirby Larson, C. Alexander London, Leslie Margolis, Jane B. Mason and Sarah Hines Stephens, Ellen Miles, Michael Northrop, Teddy Slater, Tui T. Sutherland, and Allan Woodrow
Publisher: Scholastic
Published: 1-28-2014
Pages: 197
Genre: Children's Literature
Sub-Genre: Short Stories; Dogs; Animals; Children's Fiction
ISBN: 9780545554510
ASIN: B00EW2PXOU
Reviewed For NetGalley and Scholastic
Reviewer: DelAnne
Rating: 5 Stars


From the first story, "Like an Old Sweater" by Kirby Larson to the last "Farfel" by Allan Woodrow, your heartstrings are pulled with the emotions he authors put into their stories. Laughter, tears, sighs and hope fill each page. This is a great book for all ages from sharing with younger readers to warming the hearts of any animal lover young and old. Perfect as a gift or to keep for yourself.


My rating of "Lucky Dog - Twelve Tales of Rescued Dogs" is 5 out of 5 stars.


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[Courtenay · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a great little collection of short stories featuring canines finding human companions, based around the Pawley Rescue Center, by some of my favorite MG authors who write dog stories. Perfect light-hearted read on the elliptical during this time of COVID-19. I know now why I'm drawn to reading and writing Middle Grade -- there's HOPE. Can't face dystopian YA right now as we're living it. HA.

[Lara Samuels · Rating 3 out of 5]

Solid library purchase which will be enjoyed my dog lovers reading early chapter books. Twelve short stories about dogs finding their homes. The stories were often predictable and somewhat flat due to the story length. Bio of each author included at the end of the chapters. Book also includes information about RedRover charities.

[AMY · Rating 1 out of 5]

183 pages. I read the first 15 pages and it was so BORING! No real plot to this one, just a puppy dropped off by an old person who was going to a nursing home and couldn't keep it. No real plot. BORING! Not recommended for ES.

[Caroline · Rating 4 out of 5]

We really enjoyed this collection! It made for great read aloud, as well. Each story had a different take of dogs and their found families, and some were from a human's perspective, some from a dog's perspective. We each had two or three very favorites and looked forward to reading each one.

[Ms. Heres · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short stories about adopting dogs from an animal shelter...what more could you want? :)

[Tommy · Rating 4 out of 5]

i love any book about the dog, it start is sad, but end is happy, it have twelve story in side, and it all made by different author, it is interesting. i like it.

[Elizabeth S · Rating 3 out of 5]

For some reason, I thought these were true stories. Not! These are all fiction.

The stories are basic and cute, usually kid finally gets to adopt a dog. The stories are all very short.

[Rachel { dazai’s version } 🐾 · Rating 5 out of 5]

so. many. dog. stories!!

[Jessica · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really liked the stories, from the POV of a Pomeranian, to the competition of two twin girls. This book has tales of children, dogs, and the Pawley Rescue Center.

[Felicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this book was truly spetacular. The last tale is about a bernese mountain dog. The part that states that bernese mountain dogs can be over 100 pounds is actually acurate. BErnese mountains are truly loveable just like any other dog. The pawly anumla sheltar that all the books have in common sounds like a truly awesome anial sheltar.

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

When I read stories like those in this collection, I often wonder who's being rescued--the dogs or the humans or maybe both. Twelve dog-loving authors tell various stories about canines at the Pawley Rescue Center and how they found their forever homes. Keep a box of tissues handy since these stories will wrench the heart of just about any reader. There's something for just about everyone here too--a story about loyalty among the dogs at the shelter, one concerning a Pomeranian who thinks of her best friend even while she finds a comfortable home, and there's even a story about how a dog named Beatrice helped her human companion make friends with the bully who had been giving him a hard time. The stories are quite short, easy to read, and thankfully, have happy endings. To make things even better, royalties from the book are donated to an animal welfare nonprofit organization. Next up: Short stories about rescued cats!

[Clare Rossetter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful book with 12 stories of dogs that have been rescued and the owners that find and love them.It is an easy book to read and each story lends itself to a theme of never ending love we receive from our pets, particularly dogs. Dog lovers will really enjoy each short selection all by different writers. There are no illustrations but the written descriptions are enough to let the reader see the dogs and how the owner feels they are just right for them. The story with the twins ending up working together to get a dog with the twist of a forgotten dog from their infancy and my mom was not ready for a dog had a really good twist.

[Jtimko · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a collection of twelve short stories by popular authors about the Pawley Rescue Center that places rescued dogs in the perfect home with the perfect owner. Readers will enjoy this collection of dog stories. Each and every story deals with special need- either human or canine. The stories are fairly short and easy to read. The characters are realistic and human. Independent readers will enjoy the wide variety of storylines. This would be a great addition to the library.

[Karen Arendt · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great collection of stories for dog lovers. Each story is set around the Pawley Rescue Center and written by different authors. Sometimes the dog tells the story and other times the child who wants to adopt a dog tells the story. Each story is full of heartfelt warmth for all animals at the shelter waiting for adoption. A great addition for dog lovers.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got this book from NetGalley.

Cried like a baby! Loved it!

[Shannon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great for young kids who love animals!

[Ingrid · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a collection of twelve short stories about dogs at the Pawley Rescue Center. They are heartwarming stories for all dog lovers.

[Sharie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love this easy chapter book with fav authors, e.g., Puppy Place, Dash

Separate stories but main characters consistent across stories.

[Cat · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great grouping of stories about rescued dogs.

[Katherine Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is about 12 dogs who get rescued and taken home, mostly from shelters.

[James Hecker · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read to Kiah.

[Jackie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short stories all surrounding Pawley Rescue Center that helps dogs find their perfect humans to live with them in their furever homes. The stories are heart-warming, fun, and happy enough to make the reader want to get out and find their own perfect pet. All of these stories have happy endings!