{"product_id":"malibus-adventures-from-shelter-to-summits-one-trail-at-a-time-the-pups-guide-collection","title":"Malibu's Adventures: From Shelter to Summits One Trail at a Time (The Pup's Guide Collection\")","description":" Malibu Adventures: The Story of a Shelter Pup Who Found the Trails and a True Friend\nFrom the concrete floors of an overcrowded shelter to the red rocks of Sedona and the cool forests of Flagstaff, Malibu Adventures is a heartwarming, real-life inspired picture book that celebrates second chances, the healing power of nature, and the incredible bond between a dog and her human.\nThis beautifully illustrated children's story follows Malibu, an orange pit bull with a white belly stripe, as she’s rescued from Maricopa County Animal Control by Christine—a kind-hearted volunteer who saw what others overlooked. With a colorful bandana and a curious heart, Malibu embarks on outdoor adventures across Arizona, discovering trails, meeting new friends, and learning that the world is full of beauty when you feel safe and loved.\n Perfect For:\nChildren ages 4 to 10 (and adults who read with them!)\nDog lovers and animal rescue supporters\nTeachers and parents looking for books about compassion, courage, and adoption\nAnyone who’s ever loved a shelter animal—or been changed by one\n️ What You'll Find Inside:\n️ A powerful story of rescue, hope, and belonging\n️ Gorgeous modern-realistic illustrations of Arizona landscapes\n️ A relatable, joyful journey that teaches kids about empathy and outdoor safety\n️ Bonus educational pages, including:\n• Hiking safety checklist for kids and dogs\n• Adoption awareness tips and why “Adopt, Don’t Shop” matters\n• Info on pit bulls and how to break breed stigma with love\n• How to join Malibu’s Adventure Club and support other rescue pets\n️ More Than Just a Story\nThis book is more than a bedtime read—it’s a conversation starter. It gently introduces children to real-world topics like:\nAnimal shelters and adoption\nOvercoming fear and trauma\nHow kindness and patience can change a life\nWhy all dogs, no matter their past or breed, deserve love and a second chance\nReaders will cheer for Malibu as she discovers trees, trails, dog parks, and the joy of being seen. And they’ll fall in love with Christine—the volunteer who shows us that being a hero doesn’t take a cape… just compassion.\n A Portion of Every Purchase Helps Rescue Dogs\nThe story behind this book is real—and so is the impact. A portion of proceeds supports dog rescue organizations that work tirelessly to save lives, especially pit bull–type dogs often overlooked in shelters. By purchasing this book, you’re not only getting a heartwarming story—you’re helping real dogs find their happy endings too.\n Bonus Surprise:\nWant to match your pup with Malibu? Scan the QR code in the book to explore Malibu’s Adventure Club on Etsy, where you can get handmade bandanas just like Malibu’s! Designed to help pit bulls and other rescue pets look more approachable, these bandanas come sniff-tested and rescue-approved. Every order helps save more lives.\nLet Malibu’s story inspire your family to hike, explore, and love boldly.\nBecause every dog deserves to see the sky—and feel at home beneath it.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: B0FJ79312V\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.B0FJ79312V.A\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Acceptable\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Duckett, Lucky|Duckett, Robin|Berhan, Shazza|Duckett, Nadia|Berhan, Nawal\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing  age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43374275100733,"sku":"BVV.B0FJ79312V.A","price":9.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/B0FJ79312V-0.jpg?v=1784586816","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/malibus-adventures-from-shelter-to-summits-one-trail-at-a-time-the-pups-guide-collection","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}