About this episode

Dr. Nancy Kay discusses her novel 'A Dog Named 647' and its impact on young readers regarding pet origins and advocacy.

This week, Dr. Nancy Kay, author of A Dog Named 647, joins the show to discuss her inspiring novel for middle-school readers and older audiences. Through the story of Mia and a rescued dog named 647, the book encourages young people to think carefully about where pets come from and how they can make a […]

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Nancy Kay

Topics covered

• animal advocacy
• children's literature
• pet adoption
• animal welfare
• inspiring stories

Keywords

• animal advocacy
• children's book
• pet adoption
• Dr. Nancy Kay
• A Dog Named 647

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Books & works: A Dog Named 647

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