{"product_id":"dog-days-in-the-city-isbn-9780062484567","title":"Dog Days in the City","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwelve-year-old Josie must find forever homes for seven rambunctious foster puppies in this heartwarming sequel to \u003ci\u003eThe Unlikely Story of a Pig in the City, \u003c\/i\u003ewhich the\u003ci\u003e Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e called “a compelling story that will appeal to the animal fans who loved \u003ci\u003eThe One and Only Ivan.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnytime Josie Shilling’s large family gets too chaotic, volunteering at the local animal clinic is the one place she can escape—and she loves working with the animals. But when a box mysteriously appears on the clinic’s front steps, Josie suddenly becomes responsible for seven adorable puppies!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaking care of her pig, Hamlet, last fall was a bit harder than she thought. So how is she ever going to handle a whole litter of mischievous pups and find the right homes for them all? This summer will bring big changes for Josie as she learns about growing up, letting go, and loving your pack no matter what.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDog Days in the City\u003c\/i\u003e is a heartwarming blend of coming-of-age and animal friendship story that is perfect for fans of Ann M. Martin’s \u003ci\u003eRain Reign\u003c\/i\u003e, Joan Bauer’s \u003ci\u003eAlmost Home\u003c\/i\u003e, and Barbara O'Connor’s \u003ci\u003eWish\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Josie, this summer isn’t just about puppies—it’s about learning that love also means letting go.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFostering Puppies:\u003c\/b\u003e When a mysterious box of seven puppies lands on her doorstep, twelve-year-old Josie makes it her mission to find them all the perfect forever homes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Coming-of-Age Story:\u003c\/b\u003e Josie learns about responsibility, friendship, and family as she navigates the biggest, most chaotic summer of her life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrieving a Beloved Pet:\u003c\/b\u003e A gentle and honest exploration of what it means to say goodbye to a cherished family dog, perfect for young readers navigating their first experience with loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFriendship and First Crushes:\u003c\/b\u003e Navigating friendships that are starting to change and the fluttery feelings of a first crush adds another layer to Josie's unforgettable summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Heartwarming Summer Read:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for fans of classic animal stories, this book is filled with laughter, tears, and the unbreakable bond between kids and their pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“A charming tale, ideal for fans of Jeanne Birdsall’s The Penderwicks, Dana Alison Levy’s The Misadventures of the Family Fletcher, and classics by Eleanor Estes.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An appealing protagonist figuring out what’s important to her...heartwarming and satisfying.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eALA Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“With echoes of Charlotte’s Web, Kendall’s sweet story of family, friendship, and growing pains should charm a broad range of readers.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Jodi Kendall’s utterly charming, heartfelt story of the unlikely bond between a girl and a pig just goes to show that sometimes it takes a little pig with a big heart to bring a family together again. 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