Book excerpt: What's so special about Maggie? She looks pretty much like most other dogs of her breed with one exception... there are two large black spots on either side of her body that join together to form a heart when she curls up. That's why she's also known as 'the dog with a heart.' Lessons From Puppyhood is a charming story about a special Jack Russell Terrier puppy who, after being adopted by her forever family, realizes she needs to learn how to become a proper pet. But how? While listening to the family's children talk about the lessons they learned in school, Maggie wonders if the school teaches 'pet' lessons as well. She tries to follow the children as they board the big yellow school bus each morning. But dogs aren't allowed on the bus... or in school! Everyone needs to learn lessons in life... even dogs. Read this heartwarming story to discover the 'pet' lessons Maggie learns that will prove to be useful throughout her lifetime.