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PORTER & MIDGE:

PAWS AND PLAYTIME

by

Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada

Children's Picture Book / Pet Care / Dog Training

Series: Porter and Midge series

Publisher: Raise the Woof Press LLC

Page Count: 32 pages

Publication date: December 12, 2023

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Discover the enchanting world of Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime - a rhyming children's book that follows the heartwarming bond between two furry friends, Mastiff Porter and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Midge, and their devoted companions, CJ and Lora.

On a sunny day, CJ's thoughtful idea sets the stage for a joyful exploration of new ways to make Porter and Midge's days even brighter.

Through rhythmic verses, follow their journey as they uncover imaginative games, canine enrichment activities, and thrilling dog sports, all while strengthening their unbreakable connection.

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Giselle Nevada has owned several mastiffs, acquired both from reputable breeders and via rescue. Fostering rescued mastiffs and helping them work through their issues led to a keen interest in socialization as a means of preventing future issues. She loves working with her dogs and has dabbled in carting, conformation, agility, rally, trick dog, nose work, and many other canine sports. Her puppy Porter is a testament to early socialization - he has achieved many performance dog titles and has done commercial work. He also has a role in a movie called Match Me If You Can directed by Marian Yeager.

Jennie Chen is a homesick Austinite who founded Keep Austin Dog Friendly. Over the last 20 years, Jennie has owned Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Lowchen. She has earned numerous titles in conformation, competitive obedience, rally, herding, animal assisted therapy, and more. She is passionate about the relationship people build with their beloved canines, and she has been an advocate for people living with disabilities who need a service dog to live independently. She is active in various dog clubs and can be seen on AKC.TV from time to time.

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The Puppy Adventures of Porter & Midge: Out and About~ Lone Star Book Blog Tours Book Trailer & Giveaway!

THE PUPPY ADVENTURES

OF PORTER & MIDGE:

OUT AND ABOUT

by

Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada

Children’s Book / Pet Books / Pet Care

Publisher: Raise the Woof Press

Page Count: 38 pages

Publication Date: May 16, 2023

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Introducing The Puppy Adventures of Porter and Midge: Out and About – a quick introduction to early socialization and training for puppies that will make them outstanding canine citizens and wonderful family pets. 

Kids will love following along with the two puppies’ story set in Austin, Texas, as they learn about how to take care of their own puppy. This is the first book in a series of story books, journals, and activity books. 

PRAISE FOR THE BOOK:

“Gift this book to any new puppy owner you know!”-Lynn M. Hayner, Author at dogster

“Chen and Nevada write in an easy and enjoyable style…If you are a dog lover, this storybook is for you. Help your children become the best dog companion they can be.” -Philip Van Heusen, Reader’s Favorite

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Jennie Chen is a homesick Austinite who founded Keep Austin Dog Friendly. Over the last 20 years, Jennie has owned Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Lowchen. She has earned numerous titles in conformation, competitive obedience, rally, herding, animal assisted therapy, and more. She is passionate about the relationship people build with their beloved canines, and she has been an advocate for people living with disabilities who need a service dog to live independently. She is active in various dog clubs and can be seen on AKC.TV from time to time.

Giselle Nevada has owned several mastiffs, acquired both from reputable breeders and via rescue. Fostering rescued mastiffs and helping them work through their issues led to a keen interest in socialization as a means of preventing future issues. She loves working with her dogs and has dabbled in carting, conformation, agility, rally, trick dog, nose work, and many other canine sports. Her puppy Porter is a testament to early socialization - he has achieved many performance dog titles and has done commercial work. He also has a role in a movie called Match Me If You Can directed by Marian Yeager.

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A Home for Rosie

Baker, M. (2016). A Home for Rosie. Gypsy Publications.

Children's Picture Book / Pets / Teachable Moments

I gave this book 4 of 5 Stars
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About the Book: Rosie is an older dog who loves her home and her owner, Paul. She enjoys playing and taking walks with him. One day, Paul gets very sick and can't take her on a walk. He goes away in a big white van with flashing lights...and never returns. Rosie is taken to a shelter. Day after day, she waits for Paul to return and watches as brown dogs, white dogs, puppies and kittens are adopted. Won't anyone take Rosie home?
This story is inspired by the millions of older and special needs pets who are overlooked at adoption time.

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Hall Ways Review: It is always such a pleasure to read and review one of Misty Baker's books, and A Home for Rosie is no exception. Truly, I was on the verge of tears while reading this story; it is so painful at times! Baker does an excellent job of putting the reader into Rosie's shoes and conveying Rosie's confusion -- and ultimately her despair and depression. Accompanied by the sweet, expressive illustrations by Kattarina Storost, specific emotions are definitely conveyed and heartstrings are pulled. A lot. 

If other readers are like me, they will finish this book and want to go out and adopt a senior pet right away. (Parents, be prepared!)  Perhaps because I have a senior animal myself (a nearly fifteen-year-old Jack Russell terrier), the story was even more heart-wrenching as I imagined our poor dog being left like Rosie.  To that end, readers will enjoy and find comfort in the real-life pet adoption stories included at the end of the book.  

 

Though typically I would recommend a picture book like this for the youngest readers, some of the pages are text heavy and the topic is just heavy for the youngest and most sensitive readers. The book is probably best read with an adult alongside the young reader, and an adult prepared to explain the Rainbow Bridge for both humans and pets.  There are a few errors with punctuation and capitalization, but the errors are nothing that will interfere with the readers' enjoyment of the book or likely register with the intended audience. 

A Home for Rosie is a great reminder that older animals can make wonderful  pets. The messages that pets aren't disposable, that pet ownership is a real commitment, and that pets require love and caring are important for us humans to learn as early as possible. 

Thank you to the author for providing me a lovely print copy (to have and to hold!) in exchange for my honest opinion -- the only kind I give. 

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