It's A Wonderful Dog

A Dog For All Seasons

Follow Bear Bailey through four seasons of miracles, healing, redemption, and unforgettable goodbyes in the charming town of Merivelle

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About Keri

Keri Salas grew up a small town girl with a sense of grand adventure. After marrying her childhood sweetheart and starting their first business on a shoestring budget, she went on to spend the last two decades as a life coach helping others reach their dreams.

Exploring London, snuggling with her dogs (past, present, and future), and spending time with her husband, David, are the great loves of her life. Though not necessarily in that order. She believes that people will knock your socks off with their kindness, and life is filled with miracles and serendipitous events to rival any great fictional book.

Meet our Fur Babies

The real dogs who inspired It's a Wonderful Dog

✨ Every dog changes our lives. Every story we share celebrates that eternal bond. ✨

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What readers are saying

Jamie
Jamie
Whether you re a dog person or not, this book will melt your heart! It is beautifully written. 5 stars!!
Deanne
Deanne
The seasonal light shines through with family both human and animals. This book will make you pause to reflect on all your pets of the past who've traveled over that rainbow bridge.
Behind the Bookshelf
Behind the Bookshelf
This remarkable and heartwarming book has the power to deeply touch your soul. I have no doubt that it will stand the test of time and become a classic in its own right. It is a magical story that not only entertains but also imparts a valuable lesson. The love of an animal is truly the greatest gilt one can have and Salas beautifully captures this sentiment.
JR
JR
Looking for a good book to curl up with and read? I highly recommend, It’s A Wonderful Dog, written from a dog’s perspective of the classic “It’s A Wonderful Life”. I could certainly identify with Mary, on the recent death of her mother and Bear offering her comfort in ways others couldn’t. There is truly something special about small town communities, dog’s and rainbows 🌈. Heartwarming…makes for a great stocking stuffer too! I look forward to reading more of Keri’s future publications.