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  • Published: 3 December 2024
  • ISBN: 9781728283920
  • Imprint: Sourcebooks Explore
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $30.00

Stray Dog for Christmas




A true story about a stray dog who finds a family (and gets a name) just in time for Christmas.

It's two weeks before Christmas, and a stray dog searches for shelter in the snow. Thankfully, the door of one house is slightly open, welcoming her inside. But what will happen after she walks in? Will the humans send her back out into the cold? Or will they let her stay?

Most importantly, will she find what she's truly looking for, a forever home? With timeless themes of love and belonging, A Stray Dog for Christmas tells the true story of podcaster Jack Jokinen and the stray dog his family adopted and named Suzy.

This sweet story is perfect for both children and adults, reminding readers of the joys of family and that Christmas miracles are still possible.

Back matter on dog
adoption included.

  • Published: 3 December 2024
  • ISBN: 9781728283920
  • Imprint: Sourcebooks Explore
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 40
  • RRP: $30.00

About the authors

Jack Jokinen

Jack Jokinen is a businessman, blogger, podcaster, and author. He lives outside Philadelphia with his wife, their two daughters, and their two dogs. After receiving global attention for adopting Suzy, Jack used his platform to spread awareness for animal adoption and positive change in the world.

Wendy Tan

Wendy Tan is a Chinese-Malaysian children's book illustrator who has also been a storyboard and visual development artist in the
Malaysian animation industry. She has a degree in Multimedia Design.