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These heartwarming true stories teach kids the power of kindness, responsible pet care, and giving every dog a second chance.

Perfect for young readers, animal lovers, and families who believe every dog deserves a happy ending. Each Life with Pickle and Friends at Small But Mighty Rescue book is based on a real rescue story, highlighting the difference humans can make through love and compassion.

Paperback copies can be purchased on amazon.com for $15 each

About Bark and Books

Bark and Books is a women owned business that writes Children's Books based on real life stories of rescue dogs from Small But Mighty!

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The focus of our books is to teach children that just like them, dogs have different personalities, insecurities, special needs and stories! And through the power of patience, love and kindness, life is good.

Each book purchased helps to support Small But Mighty Dog Rescue.

Contact us at barkandbooks@gmail.com

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The Story of Pickle and Scott

Romeo and Juliet. Johnny and June. Scott and Pickle. We are talking real love stories here.
Pickle entered Small But Mighty Rescue in the Spring of 2020. At only 6 months old, Pickle had already been through more than most humans, let alone a dog should endure. Left to starve to death in an abandoned building somehow he found his way to our rescue and so began the journey of real dedication, real patience and real Bro Love.
Pickle was a super special needs Chiweenie with a laundry list of medical issues that no ordinary person wanted to deal with. In fact, Pickle was returned twice to our rescue before finally becoming a permanent resident of Small But Mighty. With his eating disorder, paraphimosis, quirky habits, stubborn personality, loud bark, signature ears and complete adoration for Scott, his human, Pickle stole the hearts of many followers.
For 4.5 years, Scott dedicated his time and energy to hand feeding Pickle, every single day, taking him on countless vet visits and more than a handful of emergency trips. See, Scott loved Pickle and wanted nothing more than to make him healthy. But Pickle's medical mysteries were not easy to crack.
On November 16, 2025, Pickle suffered a major seizure that no amount of medical intervention could fix. Pickle passed away at only 4.5 years old. And Scott and Liz were devasted. To say the least.
Pickle IS the heart and soul of Small But Mighty. Pickle is a testament that special needs means special love and special gifts. Pickle will remain forever in our hearts as a reminder that all dogs are beautiful, special, and we humans, are honored to have them in our lives.
Pickle is Small But Mighty and we will always love and cherish our time together. Always.

Meet Kristen and Liz

Authors

Kristen and Liz are the heart and soul behind Bark and Books, a series inspired by their deep passion for helping animals and spreading compassion. Liz, the Founder and Director of Small But Mighty Rescue, and Kristen, a seasoned foster, have spent years working to give dogs a second chance at happiness.
Together, they’ve fostered nearly 500 dogs, turning each rescue into a story of hope, resilience, and love. Through their books, Kristen and Liz aim to inspire readers of all ages to embrace kindness, advocate for animals, and understand the transformative power of rescue.

Meet Mercedes Brownlee

Illustrator

Mercedes would consider herself a jack of all trades. She thrives on building meaningful relationships, exploring the outdoors, traveling, staying active, and cherishing time with loved ones. With over 20 years of dance experience, and a diverse portfolio of artistic
projects, she has always been deeply connected to the arts.
As an Alopecia advocate, Mercedes uses her personal journey to support others, break stigmas, and inspire confidence.
Her mission is to foster connections and create art that encourages children to dream big, embrace their creativity, and celebrate their uniqueness.