Kids Pet

From birth, my life has been a series of wrong turns and dead ends. Only one person truly loved me, and I walked away from them. Now, they're unavailable. I have a dark soul. That's what I've always been told. Makes me good at my work, though. It's kept me alive, even when I haven't cared if I lived or died. Even when I welcomed death, and it still eluded me. Makes it easy not to get attached. I guess I'm lucky. Until an unexpected reversal of fortune thrusts me into an unwinnable situation. Now, I'm not so sure I want to die.

There have been many changes in Leger's life recently and Annabella is now leaning on him for support so much that she won't go anywhere without him. So, on a chilly September afternoon, Leger finds himself leashed to Annabella and travelling in her bag on her way to have lunch with Nicole in Glasgow's west end at a cafe that accepts animal diners. However, when they get there, they find the cafe empty and a violent robbery taking place in the kitchen. Can Leger help the two women track down the perpetrator with no knowledge of the area and no clues to work with except the getaway vehicle -...

Having decided life in the highlands, however temporary, is not for her, Annabella has given care of Leger to her niece Carol while she is Christmas shopping in Germany. Leger strongly objects to the decision, but has no choice in the matter. Leger is frequently left out in the chilly December rain with no catflap to use and questions Annabella's judgement, until one day he meets Saffron, a neglected child who lives across the street. The pair connect on a deep level in a short time, with Saffron more than once coming to Leger's aid. So when Saffron's mother is murdered one night, and Leger...

Murray the Cat finds the family of his dreams and eagerly sets out to adopt them. But Charlie and Emma’s parents aren’t convinced it’s the right time for a pet. Just when things start to improve, someone from Murray’s past returns and complicates his plan. But Murray still won’t give up, because his new family needs him as much as he needs them! With a delightful balance of sweetness, humor, and heart, this early chapter book follows the unique journey of an older feline who is determined to claim his chosen home. Tammy Brown's vivid and nuanced watercolor illustrations ...

Have you ever wondered what your cat is thinking? Pumpkin, an opinionated NYC tabby cat, chronicles his thrilling adventures and reveals his deepest, darkest secrets in this fun for all ages story told from the cat's point of view. With his determined curiosity, a desire for undivided attention, and dreams of world dominance, he is sure to capture your heart. Pumpkin provides instruction on how to train your human and an analysis of their odd rituals, such as standing under falling water in the morning, changing their fur daily, and being obsessed with portable, lighted rectangles that ...

La Abuela Marta ******************* Una mañana soleada; con el cielo iluminado, El gato negro y el blanco afuera habían caminado; Para calentarse en el sol; toda esa tarde aprovechaban, Y los últimos días calurosos de junio así disfrutaban.

Two days before Hogmanay, after the Christmas glitter has settled, a mysterious new neighbour is poisoned. Knowing that Amber and this young man could not have met the same fate by coincidence, Leger begins the investigation into what happened, with Lily's help. When that leads him to the newly opened Queen Languoreth pub, he comes face to face and clashes with the new manager. To put his own safety and Annabella's happiness first, he resolves never to go back to the pub, even if this means that another life could be at stake. However, Lily has other ideas.

The festive season should be a time for generosity and goodwill, but in Glasgow, Leger finds that is not the case. His human companion's attempt to raise funds for a CT scanner for a local hospital has been thwarted by a callous thief who has stolen decorations from her seasonal garden display. Now Leger resolves to mend Annabella's broken heart by finding the thief. With Ginger nursing her newborn kittens, Isabella confusing him with erratic behaviour and Bob more interested in Hugh's discarded slipper than helping solve this mystery, Leger's only clue comes from an unexpected source - a ...

Spring is about to arrive in Glasgow, but it's already been a busy year and Leger needs a break, especially after he cheats death through sheer luck and uses up one of his lives. When he turns to Annabella for sympathy, he finds her cold and distant - a clear signal that something is wrong. After some coaxing she confides that she has been robbed and threatened by her attacker. If she contacts the police, they will kill Leger. Terrified, she retreats into herself and Leger vows to catch the culprit. However, it's not going to be as simple as that. The reappearance of an old friend distracts...

P-Nut is a very friendly Squirrel. He is brilliant, and he has a fondness for peanuts. He also loves the Peanut Lady, who watches out for him, and his squirrel buddies, and feeds them peanuts. They have very little to eat, except for an acorn or two. P-Nut has many small animal friends. Like Busy the bunny rabbit, Betsy the pink teddy bear, and the General, a miniature dog (a dachshund). He also has lots of adopted brothers and sisters. And the Peanut Lady's husband, the Peanut Man. When the nice Peanut Lady give him a peanut to eat, he just stands there on his hind feef, until she gives ...

There's no such thing as magic. That's what Leger keeps telling himself. But following a girls' night out, Leger finds that he is gifted a voodoo doll of Peter. He can't help himself from whispering his thoughts to the effigy before Bob gets a hold of the doll and mistakes it for a chew toy. Within hours, Peter is found beaten to within an inch of his life. Leger takes on the case, determined to find those responsible for the assault on Peter. With the help of his daughter, Sparkle and her best friend, a frog named Simpson, he starts piecing together clues. When a dead black cat turns up on...

A Heartwarming Children's Story About Friendship, Honesty, and Learning Through Adventure (Ages 6-9) Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya—three diverse, curious friends—as they embark on a special adventure celebrating five important days all at once! Perfect for classroom read-alouds or bedtime stories, this multicultural children's book seamlessly weaves important values with engaging fun. In this delightful educational story, children will discover: The rich heritage of jazz music and how musicians "talk" through their instruments (International Jazz Day) The importance of animal shelters and...

Scampy is a new-born puppy on the Jones farm. All the animals love him even though he's a mischievous sort. He gets in everyone's way and seeks adventure every second of the day. Then one afternoon a stranger arrives and Scampy's idyllic life in the country is changed forever. His new owner, Boss, mistreats this adorable puppy with the fur of pure white, but Scampy is determined to escape. An extraordinary adventure and a wonderful tale of redemption, Scampy's Merry Christmas is another masterful story from award winning author Robert E. Kearns.

Ants have been around for millions of years, and are possibly even older than dinosaurs. They are among the most successful creatures on earth, having survived for a very long time. They can adapt to various environments. They can be found in almost every corner of the world, except the freezing regions of the Antarctic. They live under the soil, under rocks, stones, twigs and leaf litter. They can build simple nests while some can build massive “Super colonies” that can extend to several miles. These may be tiny creatures but they are as amazing as the larger creatures on Earth. Most ...

Leger and the clowder are back and have their hearts set on putting the infamous Harvey behind bars. They are taking shifts to watch him around the clock but it seems someone else is too... When Leger, delirious and heartbroken after Ginger's latest bombshell, finds himself at Billy Johnston's house in the middle of the night looking for Harvey, he witnesses a truly disturbing crime about to be carried out. The only thing that stops it from happening and chases the perpetrator away is the sight of Leger's Shadow on the wall. Leger finds himself conflicted and overwhelmed at this turn of ...

What happens when a spunky little girl wishes on a shooting star for a pet of her very own? She wishes for a pet ostrich, of course! Their wildly crazy and fun-filled, feathery shenanigans will keep kids guessing what will happen next.

Zoe is back in Ambler after living with her mom in Los Angeles, and she doesn't know what to feel about it. It's fun to be back with the Vet Volunteers, but Zoe misses her mom, who is filming a movie in Canada. Meanwhile, there seems to be a rash of animals being poisoned by antifreeze across the town, and Zoe fears that David's new adopted cat, Rover, might be one of them. So the gang works to raise awareness about antifreeze poisoning, and Zoe's mom has a special surprise in store for everyone.

Spring has arrived in Glasgow and Leger has a new mystery to solve! When his neighbours return from their winter break in Spain, they begin fighting with the other residents on a daily basis and losing friends at every turn. Someone deliberately sets their garden shed on fire, endangering all humans and animals in the nearby homes. Leger then learns that his hedgehog friend was hibernating in the shed has suddenly vanished and he knows he must track down the arsonist. It won't be easy but this time he has the help of not one but two mollies. Ginger's daughter Amber has finally come of age ...

Peppa Pig visits the aquarium to find a friend for her pet fish, Goldie—but it's harder than she thought! Some fish are too small, and some fish are WAY too big! Will Peppa find a fish that Goldie can play with?

Poor Charlie the Ranch Dog isn't feeling well this morning. He has an awful pain in his tummy that won't go away. He doesn't even want bacon, so he knows it's serious! Mama knows exactly where to go to help her achy basset hound feel better, but Charlie is nervous about visiting the veterinarian's office. Can Dr. Jan help Charlie get his appetite back?