Please…Let Me Stay is a true and unique story about a small, innocent dog who becomes the center of a large legal battle. Toby has done absolutely nothing wrong. He lives happily with his family in Florida and is friendly to all who know him. But one day his owner takes him to the veterinarian’s office and leaves him there—for 9 months. Toby is abandoned by his family, who return to their native England when divorce tears them apart. Toby’s life takes many unexpected turns after that, leading to front-page coverage in local newspapers. This version of Toby’s story is told in his own voice, providing a warm and imaginative re-telling of a unique tale.

Toby is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, a breed with long history and great appeal to lovers of small dogs. If you already know this breed, Toby’s story will ring true as he displays his affectionate, playful nature with the people in his life as well as his intense sadness when deprived of human company. If you do not yet know this breed, Toby’s story will provide a memorable introduction.

This book is a perfect short read for pre-teens and dog lovers of all ages. Please…Let Me Stay is a natural addition to the genre of man’s best friend, this time with a unique and surprising twist.