02256cam a22003493u 4500 21752 UtSlPG 20260610133512.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 My Doggie and I Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-06-07 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England "My Doggie and I" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novella likely written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the relationship between John Mellon, a medical student, and his charming yet unique dog, affectionately named Dumps. This narrative explores themes of companionship, compassion, and the various adventures and challenges that the main character and his dog encounter together. The opening of the novella introduces us to John Mellon, who is first enchanted by a little dog he finds in a countryside lane. Despite the initial appearance of the scruffy dog, which he later names Dumps, the bond they form grows deeply as John decides to purchase him from a rough-looking man. As their relationship unfolds, we see John's warm heart and inclination towards helping those in need, including tending to sick patients in impoverished parts of London. The chapter sets the stage for their adventures, illustrating the affection between John and Dumps while hinting at future encounters that will test their bond and explore themes of kindness and loyalty amidst the challenges they will face. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Dogs -- Juvenile fiction Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Siblings -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21752 62898 62898