Overview

Old Mr. Smith has a story about young John Stokerson, a boy who didn't speak a single word until he was four years old. While his parents worried, John trained his clever companion-a Border Collie named Patches. When Rusty Dunan, a fugitive cattle rustler, appears at John's home, John and Patches hatch a plan. This western adventure shows how brains beat brawn. Using a series of tricks, this duo proves you don't need a gun to stand up to a cattle rustler. Readers will love this children's dog book for its Border Collie, American West setting, and emphasis on observation and patience. Whether you are looking for western adventure books for children or an engaging read-aloud story for after dinner, Patches Catches the Sargo County Cattle Rustler delivers a tale of justice and friendship. Join John Stokerson and Patches on their adventure and discover why sometimes, the best way to catch a thief is with a wagging tail and a clever trick.

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""I like it. I've given up on having dogs who might be smarter than me, so I will turn down the complimentary Border Collie."" - Daniel PinkwaterA really cute story with great illustrations. Purchased it for my very active grandson for Christmas and he loves it.

Author Information

Mark Niemann-Ross is a Portland-based author whose writing career spans the imaginative reaches of hard science fiction and the deeply personal terrain of family memoir. He is best known for his award-winning speculative fiction, including the Analog Reader's Choice Award-winning novella Phantom Sense and the novel Stupid Machine-a unique murder mystery solved by a refrigerator.Beyond his literary pursuits, Mark is a versatile professional and hobbyist. By day, he is a teacher for LinkedIn Learning, specializing in R programming and Raspberry Pi. He is a jazz bassist, an urban chicken rancher, and a dedicated ""paddler of boats"" with the Oregon Ocean Paddling Society. Known for his habit of giving compliments to strangers, Mark lives in Portland, Oregon, with his wife, Janell, and continues to explore the intersection of technology, humanity, and the small, meaningful moments of daily life. David Brandt is originally from Minnesota. After receiving his BFA from the University of Wisconsin, he worked many years in the Film and Advertising industry as an Animator, Designer and Director. He built his career first in Mpls, then Seattle, eventually moving to San Fransisco. He now lives in Oregon where he primarily focuses on his work as a Fine Artist.His paintings are large oils and mixed media watercolors. His imagery ranges from landscapes to human technological artifacts. Usually the work contains juxtaposition of both, as satire of our culture. ""While I consider this as a serious issue, I prefer to present it in a lighthearted, entertaining way. Humor allows us to be more resilient.""

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