The Black-Eyed Puppy

"The Black-Eyed Puppy" by Katharine Pyle is a sweet story from long ago about a little white dog originally called Smarty who goes on a big search for a place to call home and someone to love him. The tale follows the pup after he runs away, facing cold days and lonely nights until a boy named Tommy saves him and christens him Muffins. But becoming Muffins isn't always easy; he feels excitement, deals with tough times, and even faces jealousy as he tries to fit in with other dogs and people who don't always accept him. Through trying new things, like becoming a trick dog for a man called Mr. Bonelli, he learns what real friendship and belonging mean, leading to a touching reunion with Tommy and showing how strong their special friendship really is.