The Only Puppy
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Goldie, the retriever, had been expecting pups for weeks.
But when the special day came, only one pup was delivered.
“Where are all the others?” said the mother to her pup.
“Where are all your brothers and sisters?”
“It’s only me,” said the only puppy.
“Who will you play with?” asked Goldie.
“I could play with you.”
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About the Book
The Only Puppy keeps getting into trouble when all she really wants to do is play. Read along as your child enjoys irresistible images and repeatable phrases, foster conversations about loneliness and misunderstanding, and watch your child's face light up when "The Only Puppy" finds a friend. This book has special meaning for lonely and only children. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to Canine Companions for Independence. For more information about Canine Companions and "The Only Puppy" including fun, games, and merchandise visit: www.theonlypuppy.com.
About the Author
About the author:
Ginny Musante Erickson lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, Ray, and golden retriever, Roxy. She has raised a number of puppies to become service dogs, including the one that inspired this story. The Only Puppy is her first children's book.
About the illustrator:
Chris Cartwright lives in southwestern Indiana with her husband, Tom, and three cats, Piper, Buffy, and Gypsy. She has a degree in visual communications and has been creating children's books, book covers, and poster illustrations since 2003.