num_pages: 32
description: An ode to finding the one who brings out the best in youand makes you feel as special as you are.A clever little dog christens himself Sad when his humans fail to give him a name. Although they feed him and wash him they dont appreciate his many gifts like his love of singing (stop that yapping!). When the people move away and leave Sad behind Sad is heartbroken. But then a new family with a young boy arrives at Sads house in a big truck. Although Sad is initially frightened it soon becomes clear that the boy is just the right person to make a dogs life complete with playtime treats and a brand-new name: Lucky. Welcoming illustrations illuminate this joyful tale which reminds young readers to appreciate themselves and the oneshuman or otherwisewho depend on them.
language: English
title: Sad, the Dog
publisher: Candlewick Press