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Name: Toby
Author: Margaret Wild

In this tender children's story, Toby the dog faces the inevitable realities of aging and illness. As his condition worsens, the children who care for him find unique and loving ways to honor his memory, illustrating the deep bonds between pets and their families.

First publish date: 1994

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Margaret Wild

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