Junie's Story: A Special Wish from a Little Dog who Lost Her Forever Home

By Paula Bourassa

Junie's Story is about a little terrier named Junie who starts life in difficult situations, but finally gets rescued. In her own words she tells what happened, and that due to shocking and unforeseen circumstances, what was meant to be her forever home, crumbled. Gratefully, she was homed by an auntie who relocated her to a different state. She recounts many first-time experiences and gives pointers along the way on how all pets should be treated, adding pictures of herself to expressively add impact to her heartfelt reminders. Hers is an emotional journey encompassing sad times and fun times alike. In this full circle of life, she shares her Heart-Wish; For every animal on Earth to be embraced by a Hand of Love. The book is fun but especially wonderful for ages 2-12, and a great adult child teaching opportunity to nurture love, care and respect for all God's living things. Based on a true story.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Paula A Bourassa
• Release date: Dec 13, 2021
• ISBN: 9780999319772

Book preview

Pound to Pet Store

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My life began in a big place with lots of cages called a puppy mill, but soon after providing them with puppies, I was thrown out and had to leave my furry babies behind. I was only a baby myself at nine months old and didn’t know what I would do.

Someone saw me scavenging in the street and called animal control. An agency for homeless animals took me to another room full of cages. I had to stay behind bars, was all alone, and did not understand why.

One day, a lady and her daughter came to visit so I felt extremely excited and perked up. The girl had been promised a dog for getting good grades in school, however, after being with them just a short week, she decided I was too much trouble and didn’t want to take care of me anymore.  Back to the shelter I went to behind bars with a hurting heart and alone.

I was getting food there, but no pets or cuddles. Pretty soon