{"product_id":"elvis-the-pound-dog-a-book-about-pet-adoption-for-kids-hardcover","title":"Elvis the Pound Dog: A Book About Pet Adoption for Kids - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAuntie Angie\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eToni Cole\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElvis the Pound Dog: A Heartwarming Tale About Pet Adoption, Friendship, and Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSail the seas, weather the storms, and discover the joy of second chances with \u003cstrong\u003eElvis\u003c\/strong\u003e, an adventurous basset hound with floppy ears and a heart full of love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor nine unforgettable years, Elvis and his best friend Val traveled the world, exploring pink sandy beaches, bustling street markets, and distant lands filled with wonder. From savoring Italian gelato to collecting treasures in Peru, their sailboat adventures were filled with unforgettable memories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut when a fierce hurricane strikes, everything changes. Shipwrecked and alone, Elvis finds himself wandering the streets until a kind stranger brings him to the local pound-a place where animals wait, hoping for a forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDays turn into weeks, and Elvis wonders if anyone will ever choose him. He's older and a little scruffy but still filled with love and dreams of new adventures. Just when he's about to give up hope, a little girl named Chloe walks in. She's lost someone special too (Readers may recognize her from \u003cstrong\u003e\"What Happened To Zoey? A Book About Grief for Kids\"\u003c\/strong\u003e where Chloe finds ways to cope with the loss of her beloved dog, Zoey).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTogether they discover that love can be found in the most unexpected places-even after life's biggest storms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Story to Inspire Compassion, Curiosity, and Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully told and illustrated tale aims to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eInspire families to adopt shelter dogs, \u003c\/strong\u003e highlighting the value of giving older animals a chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFoster a love for travel\u003c\/strong\u003e as readers join Elvis on a journey around the world, discovering new cultures and countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eEncourage empathy and resilience\u003c\/strong\u003e with its uplifting message about friendship, hope, and second chances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eBonus Activity Inside! \u003c\/strong\u003eKids can unleash their creativity with a special drawing activity where they can illustrate their own pet adoption story or imagine new adventures for Elvis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGive Back with Every Purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e$1 from every book sold helps shelter animals find their forever homes, spreading love and hope one paw at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Readers Ages 5-8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an animal lover, an aspiring explorer, or simply looking for a story that warms the heart, \u003cem\u003eElvis the Pound Dog\u003c\/em\u003e will inspire young readers and families alike.Millions of animals are waiting in shelters for a forever home, each with a story to tell. Elvis, an adventurous old basset hound, is no different. After spending nine incredible years traveling the world on a sailboat with his beloved human, Val, Elvis had everything he could ever dream of-sun-soaked beaches, exotic adventures, and a heart full of love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut when a hurricane changes everything, Elvis is left to face the world alone. Join him on his heartwarming journey as he navigates life without Val. 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