"The Case of the Missing Canine" is the first story in The Doggie Investigation Gang, DIG(TM) series of children's books. The intended audience is second to fourth grade students. While learning third-grade level vocabulary, speaker dialogue and being introduced to chapter books, the reader follows three main dog characters, one of which is blind, as they solve mysteries in an effort to assist others. The three dogs are different breeds and have diverse skill sets. The series incorporates many hidden lessons, including the value of individual strengths and differences; the importance of teamwork; and the reward of caring for each other and assisting others in a time of need. All profits from sales of the first book will be donated to PAWS New England to assist in rescuing the dogs residing at Tipton County Animal Shelter, a high-kill shelter located in Tipton, TN. "A wonderful surprise from Shara Katsos, who takes kids on a joyful, adventurous, mystery from the voices of three pups which are actually based on her three rescue dogs. These three members of the Investigation Gang are adorable, well developed characters that will steal your heart with their quirky personalities, one of which does not let his disability get in the way of being a spirited and talented " investigator" . An amazing and unexpected plus...besides being a fun lighthearted adventure, it introduces children to the animal rescue and dog fostering concept that is weaved into this adventure. Perfect book for your child if you are looking for a book that will make them not want to put it down! Also, this book is great for class and group discussion. Adults and children alike will enjoy this, I certainly did: )." For more information about the Doggie Investigation Gang, Children's Book Series, please visit us at digthebooks.com. The Case of the Missing Canine is the first story in The Doggie Investigation Gangseries of children's books. Cooper,Charlie and Pedro meet their friend, Gizmo, the beagle at Bow Wow Park. Gizmois sad, as he believes his canine friend, Duchess is lost forever. The DoggieInvestigation Gang promises their friend, Gizmo that they will find Duchess. As they unravel the mystery,Cooper, Charlie and Pedro learn all about the fostering and adoptionprocess of dogs in need of homes. And, they find Duchess happily living in aloving, forever home. In the end, they are all able to convince their humanparents to bring them back to Bow Wow Park for a canine union! In 2018, Shara Puglisi Katsos was awarded the third highest honor within the Department of the Army Civilian Awards, the Outstanding Civilian Service Award, for substantial contributions to the U.S. Army and Veteran community.   In her children's book series, Katsos hopes to inspire children to believe in themselves and to help others. She believes that dogs are a tremendous resource for humans, which dogs have proven for years through their work leading the blind, assisting the deaf, building confidence for children with autism and Veterans with symptoms of PTSD. She believes humans should return the favor and make high kill shelters illegal. She has written the Doggie Investigation Gang, DIG™ - The Case of The Missing Canine, in an effort to raise funds for PAWS New England - All Breed Dog Rescue. All author and illustrator royalties from the purchase of the book will be donated to PAWS New England to assist in rescuing the dogs residing in high kill shelters in the Southern United States.