BaxterDog book
Baxter's Second Chance Hardcover Author's Edition
Author's Edition launch price — limited time
A meaningful children's book gift for families, classrooms, and rescue supporters.
Baxter was lost, anxious, and out of time. So was I.
Then he nuzzled under my arm and rested his head on my leg — and everything changed.
This book is that moment, retold for every child who needs to know: love can find you anywhere.
A true rescue story that helps kids believe in second chances.
Baxter's Second Chance is the heartfelt children's book inspired by the true bond between Scott Busby and Baxter, a rescue dog whose story teaches empathy, patience, adoption, and the healing power of love.
- Best for: Parents, grandparents, young readers, dog-loving families, classrooms, and meaningful gifts.
- Format: Premium 8.5 x 8.5 inch hardcover Author's Edition with full-color illustrations.
- Mission: 50% of profits support dog rescue, helping Baxter's story give more dogs a second chance.
Why Families Choose It
This is more than a sweet dog story. It gives children a warm, memorable way to understand rescue, compassion, responsible pet ownership, and why kindness matters. Baxter's journey helps families talk about big ideas in a gentle, hopeful way.
What Kids Learn
- Every dog deserves patience, love, and care.
- Rescue and adoption can change a life.
- Small acts of kindness can become something much bigger.
- Second chances are worth believing in.
What Makes This Edition Special
- Collectible hardcover Author's Edition
- Glossy laminated cover
- Premium color coated art paper
- A giftable format for home libraries, classrooms, and dog-loving readers
Perfect For
- Family reading nights
- Birthday and holiday gifts
- Grandparents gifting a story with meaning
- Teachers introducing empathy and animal rescue
- Kids who love dogs and illustrated stories
Read a story. Teach kindness. Help give dogs a second chance.
Baxter's Second Chance Hardcover Author's Edition
A second chance story
More Than a Book - A Second Chance Story Kids Remember
Baxter's story helps kids understand empathy, responsibility, and the power of opening your heart to a rescue dog.
What kids learn
A gentle way to talk about kindness, care, and rescue
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A thoughtful gift
Made for the kids, families, and classrooms that love dogs
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