The Appletree Animal Agency: Collie Chaos

Kids who love all things puppies, vets and pets will love this cosy animal adventure story for ages 6, 7, 8, 9 from award-winning creators

By: Katya Balen, Gill Smith (Illustrator)

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Paperback | 27 October 2025

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Age
7 - 9

Dimensions(cm)
19.7 x 12.8 x 1.3

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Snow and puppies cause fun-filled chaos in a heart-warming animal rescue story set in a cosy village from Carnegie-winner Katya Balen and beloved illustrator Gill Smith - the perfect gift for kids who love pets, animals and all things vets.

"Cosy, heartwarming escapism in the spirit of Dick King-Smith." The Times

The Appletree Animal Agency have found three brand-new clients: a terrapin called Algernon, a ginger cat called Crumpet, and a three-legged dog called Domino!

When Domino escapes in a snowstorm, the team set out to rescue him. They track his paw prints - but when they find their dog, they stumble upon someone else who needs help...

Set in the happy village of Mossdale, this charming animal and friendship story is perfect for readers ages 6, 7, 8 and 9. And discover more animal adventures for the friends in The Appletree Animal Agency.

"A huge heap of fun!" Ross Montgomery, NYT bestselling author of I Am Rebel

"Balen has a wonderful gift for blending humour and emotion and this heart-warming animal adventure overflows with both." Daily Mail

"This heartwarming and festive animal and friendship story is the perfect Christmas stocking filler for young readers who love pets." Lancashire Post

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