In the town of Barkington, the Paw Pad is a small dogshelter with a big, AMAZING secret. From award-winning author JuliesSykes comes a charming new puppy series, perfect for early readers.When timid Amelia Jones moves to Barkington, she struggles toadjust to her new life. One day, when out on a walk her family, Ameliameets a mysterious dog, Lucky, who brings the family to thePaw Pad, the local dog shelter.But the Paw Pad is no ordinary dog shelter. Whena child arrives, they choose a lead which magically pairs themwith their perfect puppy. Shy Amelia is paired with Alfie, a mischievouslabrador puppy. But Alfie's playful antics are a lotfor Amelia to handle.During a trip to the park, Amelia overhears that evil Mr Kat isplanning to run for mayor so that he can close the Paw Pad andbuild a cat shelter instead! Will Amelia and Alfie be able to savethe Paw Pad? And will Amelia and Alfie be the perfect friends? The first story in a gorgeous, cosy puppy series for readersages 5-7Perfect for animal-loving children and fans of Holly WebbBy Julie Sykes, award-winning author of over one hundred booksfor children including the Unicorn Academy series, nowa Netflix animated series
