* Marty Preston is a typical boy who has a big heart.
* One day he comes across a stray beagle, whom Marty soon discovers is being abused and his heart goes out to him.
* As a result, Marty tries to hide the dog from its owner Judd Travers.
* In order for him to secretly care for the dog he must lie to his parents, steal food, and build a pen for the puppy he names Shiloh.
* Meanwhile, Shiloh gets attacked by the neighbor's big German Shepard and Marty now has to face reality, his parents and Judd Travers.
* This is a story of a determined boy whose love for an abused dog makes readers question the laws and regulations against animals.
* Author: Marie-Helen Goyetche
* ISBN13: 978-1-55319-488-0
* Grades: 5, 6
* Reading Level: 5-6
* Total Page: 55