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Pippin's Paw Prints: From Southern Roots to Northern Exposure (Large Print Edition)
Hardcover
Series: Pippin, Book 1
Publisher: Sam Art
Published: Nov 19 2025
Pages: 46
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Pippin is a mixed-breed rescue dog with a big journey ahead of him. Found alone on a roadside in Alabama; hungry, frightened, and unsure of the world, Pippin dreams of something every child understands-a place to feel safe, loved, and truly at home. This beautifully written, heartwarming picture book follows his real-life adventure from the rural South to the bustling streets of New York, where he hopes to finally find his forever home.
Told in lyrical rhyme and paired with expressive, full-color illustrations, Pippin's Journey takes young readers on an emotional rescue-to-forever-home adventure filled with courage, kindness, and second chances. Travel beside Pippin as he braves storms, shelters, and long highway miles; meeting the compassionate rescuers and volunteers who help guide his path. Through each moment of fear, bravery, and discovery, Pippin's story gently teaches empathy and resilience in a way children can easily understand.
Once he arrives in New York, Pippin begins a joyful new chapter filled with toys, training, friendship, and the hilarious chaos of learning how to be a beloved family dog. From chasing pigeons and leaping fences to mastering tricks and conquering agility, Pippin transforms from a scared stray into a confident, shining star. His triumphant blue ribbon becomes a symbol of everything he has overcome-and everything love can do.
Perfect for all ages, this book celebrates the magic of rescue dogs, the bond between pets and their people, and the universal hope of finding where you truly belong. Parents will appreciate the emotional depth and gentle life lessons, teachers will love the discussion opportunities around kindness and animal welfare, and children will fall in love with Pippin's brave, goofy, irresistible spirit.
If your family enjoys heartfelt, uplifting stories like The Rabbit Listened, A Home for Goddesses and Dogs, or Rescue & Jessica, this book will become a favorite on your shelf. Pippin's Journey is ideal for bedtime reading, classroom sharing, holiday gifting, and for anyone who believes in happy endings.
Bring home Pippin's Paw Prints, and share a story that proves love can change everything.
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