• Age: 6 to 8
• Grade: 1 to 3

This heartwarming story introduces us to Easton on the first of his many adventures with his owner Elizabeth Retter and her family.

One morning, Easton wakes up to some terrible news: due to the pandemic, there is a meat shortage! In a panic, Easton takes matters into his own paws and escapes across a busy city street to the neighborhood deli. Easton's family, the deli, and its customers have no idea what they are in for—then again, neither does Easton! This is the true story of a rescue dog who loves a good adventure.

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As an elementary teacher of 25 years, Elizabeth Retter has developed a love for children's books of all styles. Her background in theatre and voice add to the songful tone and rhythm of her stories. Elizabeth is the Author of three books: The Adventures of Easton the Rescue Pet: The Dog in the Deli (2023), The Adventures of Easton the Rescue Pet: Homeward Bound (2024), and The Adventures of Easton the Rescue Pet: Puppy School Pandemonium (forthcoming in 2025). Elizabeth Retter is a certified dog handler at the Toronto Humane Society, and by celebrating Easton's story, she hopes to shine a light on the need for all rescue animals to find their forever homes.
Izzy Bean is a children's picture book illustrator from the UK who specializes in paintings that are vibrant, colorful and full of life and emotion.