The dog who lost his bark

"Patrick has been desparate for a dog for as long as he can remember. A dog he can play with and talk to. A buddy. A best friend. In his young puppy life, Oz has suffered at the hands of some BAD people. His mother told him that somewhere out there is a boy or girl just for him, but Oz no longer knows whom to trust. When Patrick finds Oz, he is determined to coax the frightened little dog's bark back. Then they can finally both be happy. Can't they?"--Back cover.