Twitch’s New Neighbour
In Twitch’s New Neighbour, the adventurous Shih Tzu faces a new mystery when a strange scent appears next door. Meet George, a golden mutt twice the size of Twitch, who is eager for a new friend. From digging under fences to sliding down muddy banks into the red Island mud, the two dogs quickly learn that friendship knows no size. However, Twitch soon discovers that a day of messy play leads to a cold garden hose and the dreaded leash, proving that even the best adventures come with a bit of a cleanup.
Twitch is back, and this time, there is a mysterious new scent in the air. A new family has moved in next door, bringing with them a “golden mutt” named George. Though George is twice his size, Twitch quickly learns that what Shih Tzus lack in stature, they more than make up for in courage and love.
This heart-warming sequel explores the excitement of making new friends as the duo:
• Teams Up for Adventure: Twitch and George combine their digging skills to create a secret passageway for playtime.
• Explores the Great Outdoors: Follow the pair as they race through harvested fields and discover the “special music” of a rushing creek.
• Faces the “Double Shame”: Join Twitch as he returns home covered in red mud, only to face the dreaded garden hose and the return of the leash.
Twitch’s New Neighbour is an ideal read-aloud for children navigating their own new friendships, emphasizing the joy of shared experiences—even if they end in a much-needed bath.
FOR FANS OF…
Fans of the gentle humor in Laura Numeroff’s If You Give a Mouse a Cookie will adore the carrot-crazed antics of Twitch, a mischievous Shih Tzu discovering that good behavior and community spirit are the sweetest rewards of all.
IN MARGARET’S WORDS – THE BACKSTORY
“Twitch was such a joy! We have since met Twitch’s ‘grandmother’ and even one of his grandchildren, a little Shih Tzu, and learned his story. In this story, Twitch explores the world of friendship and the red mud of Prince Edward Island. I love animals, and while he wasn’t with us very long, his memory lives on through these fictional stories. It was a delight to imagine how a tiny dog with so much courage would react to a new neighbour and the excitement of a shared adventure.”
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“Twitch is back, and this time he’s navigating the excitement of making a brand-new friend! It’s a wonderful ‘next step’ for young readers that captures the messy, joyful reality of playtime—ending, of course, with a much-needed bath. A sweet story about friendship and the everyday adventures of a beloved family pet.”
BOOK DETAILS:
- Series: Children’s Books
- Genre: Children’s Picture Book / Animal Stories
- Themes: Making Friends, Differences in Size, PEI Landscapes, Playfulness, Discipline
- ISBN-13: 978-1-926494-58-6
- Publisher: Selkirk Stories Book Publishing