This is book three in the series about Paisley the dog. First up, in the adventures of Paisley and the animals, we meet Prindala Possum, who makes a noisy stopover with her baby, Bessie, in search of food and rest on their way to Daisy Hill Forest. Kester and Kada Koala Bears become part of the family after a great fire has rendered them homeless. Sammy Stick Insect gets to put his best tree-climbing skills to good use. Mr Crimplytoes the owl makes a surprise visit in search of adventure before he settles down, scaring Millie Rat half to death. Paisley suffers a mishap after naughty Deealza the fire ant decides she is the new boss of the yard and finishing with Paisley winning an award as well as a trip to Australia Zoo. Teaky Spider gets to tag along for the ride as well as a mischievous little stowaway!

When Paisley suffers from a mishap, the family have to pull together to support each other while they wait for Paisley to return to full health and come back home. It is a story about caring and love for one another, in good times and in the not-so-good times. This is a beautiful story of friendship. If you love Paisley and her family, you will love this continuing story of Paisley the Australian Wonder Dog.

Thoroughly recommended as a follow-on in the series about Paisley. A must for any child''s bookshelf.