Chaplin the Rescue Dog
by Taylor Stewart

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Chaplin had spent what felt like forever waiting in a Florida shelter. Each time a new person came in to adopt a pet, he wagged his tail and “smiled” as only a dog can, but no one seemed to notice. Was it because he was too old? Everything changed when Taylor came along. She wasn't just any volunteer; she was Chaplin's new best friend! Together, they explored beaches, went on car rides, and even had cozy sleepovers. Then one day, Taylor did something amazing: she decided to adopt Chaplin and bring him to her home—all the way up north on Canada’s East Coast! Chaplin’s long stay at the shelter was finally over, but what would his new life be like? This heartwarming tale reminds us that it’s never too late for “happily ever after.” Join Chaplin on his incredible journey, from overlooked to overjoyed!

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Throughout Taylor Stewart’s life, she and her family always purchased dogs from local breeders. Ever since she was a child, though, she had dreamed of adopting the oldest dog at an animal shelter and giving it the best possible life during its senior years, so it would remember a life of love and happiness rather than loneliness and sadness. That dream came true when she adopted Chaplin, the dog on whom this story is based. He is an amazing companion, full of love, and he’s brought her so much happiness that she couldn’t help but think of all the other pets in shelters that have so much to give, if only they were given the chance. Taylor wrote this story to encourage children and their families to consider adopting their next pet, so more dogs like Chaplin as well as other types of animals can get a second chance at life.

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Contributors

Author

Taylor Stewart

Illustrator

Eleanor Maber