The Mountain Rescue Dog

Clova is a young girl who heals from grief and loss in the Scottish Highlands with the help of her loyal rescuedog, Tatty. When two local boys go missing, Tatty and Clova spring into action to track them down and save the day. However, Dad is furious and sends Tatty away. On the first day of spring, an avalanche causes Clova's dad to be trapped on the mountain. The Search and Rescue team, along with Clova and Tatty, scramble onto a helicopter for a dangerous rescue mission to find him and save the day.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2022
Publisher: Scholastic

In the enchanting Scottish Highlands, a young girl named Clova embarks on a journey of healing and resilience after experiencing the profound loss of her mother, a dedicated search and rescue volunteer. Tragedy strikes when Clova's mother is caught in an avalanche, leaving her father in deep sorrow and their home feeling empty. However, hope emerges when Clova meets a shy and frightened Border Collie named Tatty. Through their bond, Clova helps Tatty overcome his fears and bring joy back into his life. Determined to honor her mother's legacy, Clova trains Tatty as a search and rescue dog, and together they embark on thrilling adventures to rescue lost individuals on the moor. When two local boys go missing, Tatty and Clova spring into action, using their skills and determination to track them down and bring them back safely. Their heroic efforts catch the attention of the local community, but their happiness is short-lived when Clova's father learns of their involvement and sends Tatty away. Devastated, Clova must confront the harsh reality of her father's anger and disappointment. However, fate intervenes on the first day of spring, when a sudden rise in temperature after a cold snap and heavy snow triggers an avalanche on the mountain. Clova's father is caught in the midst of the disaster, and the Search and Rescue team, along with Clova and Tatty, rushes to his aid in a daring rescue mission. As the darkness descends, they navigate treacherous terrain and face countless challenges, but their determination and teamwork prevail. In a heartwarming climax, they successfully locate Clova's father and rescue him from the avalanche. The community celebrates their bravery, and Tatty is welcomed back into Clova's life, forever grateful for the bond they shared. This captivating story, filled with breathtaking imagery, will captivate the hearts of young animal enthusiasts and inspire them to embrace the power of resilience and compassion.

Weight: 234g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702313646