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Description
This book follows the unlikely friendship between a fox and a hound, revealing how they met and how their strong bond evolved.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who thinks they know what foxes and dogs are like, this book will surprise them. Sniffer and Tinni is based on a real friendship between a wild fox and a Norwegian hunting dog, and the way they meet is completely accidental one day Tinni just happens to be in the right (or wrong) place, and an unlikely bond starts forming. It's got this beautiful, gentle quality that makes it perfect for reading aloud, and even though the story is sweet, there's enough adventure in it that kids who like animal stories will stay glued to every page. Parents will appreciate that it subtly teaches about wild animals and friendship without feeling like a lecture, and at just 824 words it's short enough that newly independent readers can tackle it themselves. If your kid loved "The One and Only Ivan" or other true animal friendship stories, this is a great next pick especially for animal lovers ages 5-8 who want something heartwarming but not overly long.