Independent Press Award Winner and NYC Big Book Award Distinguished Favorite in Children's-Animals/Pets! Meet Phoebe. A precocious pug who delights in shenanigans which drive her frazzled owner to declare she will give her pup away! Laugh along with the snorting, snoring and gaseous clown of the canine world as its owner struggles to reign in the messes and mayhem of a new addition. But there is nothing that a few licks and cuddles can't fix, right? A true delight that any family can relate to, "Ode to a Pug" is full of heart... and a lot of slobber. The first in a series of fun, adorably illustrated, read-aloud stories perfect for children ages 2-8 and dog lovers of all ages!