Meadow’s Place: Love Always Finds More Space (The Pup’s Guide Collection”)

A heartfelt, poetic children’s book about love, loss, and the beautiful truth that our hearts never run out of room. When a family loses two beloved dogs, the silence that follows feels like an echo of what once was. Beds lie still, toys go untouched, and the warmth in the air begins to fade. But one day, a little black schnauzer puppy named Meadow arrives–not to replace the ones who came before, but to bring new love, new joy, and new light. Meadow’s Place: Love Always Finds More Space. is a tender, comforting, and emotionally powerful children’s book that gently explores the complex feelings of losing a pet and learning to love again. Told in lyrical rhyme and brought to life through soft, hand-drawn watercolor illustrations, this story is a timeless journey through memory, healing, and the heart’s capacity to grow. Perfect for children ages 6-12 Ideal for families experiencing pet loss, adopting a new dog, or reflecting on change A meaningful read-aloud for bedtime, classrooms, grief support groups, or therapy settings Why Parents & Educators Love This Book Addresses Pet Loss with Compassion and Clarity Losing a pet can be a child’s first experience with grief. Meadow’s Place helps kids process these emotions through the gentle lens of story. Without ever becoming heavy or sad, the book opens space for conversation and connection. Celebrates New Pets Without Dismissing the Past Many children feel confusion, guilt, or resistance when a new pet arrives after the loss of another. This book makes it clear: no dog is replaced. Each love is unique, and every pawprint is permanent. Teaches That Love Grows, Not Shrinks The heart of the story is this beautiful truth: Love doesn’t replace. It expands. This theme helps children–and even adults–understand that new love doesn’t erase old love, it simply adds another room in the heart. Whimsical, Warm Watercolor Illustrations Every page features a soft, painterly world where emotion meets imagination. From quiet rooms filled with memory to joyful moments of puppy play, the visuals are designed to comfort and inspire. Sparks Gentle, Meaningful Conversations Perfect for families, teachers, and counselors, this book invites discussion around love, loss, adoption, and resilience. It’s a safe and loving way to guide kids through big feelings. More Than a Story–It’s a Tribute Molly was bold, brilliant, and free-spirited. Sweet Pea was calm, quirky, and endlessly patient. Meadow is the bridge between their love and something new. With deepest gratitude to RaeAnne and Ronnie Pedregon, whose beautiful schnauzers inspired this story. Your willingness to share Molly, Sweet Pea, and Meadow’s stories allowed this book to become a place for all children and parents navigating the journey of letting go–and letting love grow. If your child has ever lost a dog, welcomed a new one, or struggled to understand how hearts hold on–this book is for them. If you, as a parent, have ever tried to explain why a new pet isn’t a replacement–this book will speak for you. And if you’ve ever loved a dog so deeply that it changed you–this book was written for you, too. Grab your copy of Meadow’s Place: Love Finds More Space today, and let it open a new chapter of love, memory, and healing–for your family, your heart, and your next best friend.