Smiley didn’t know what it meant to be loved…
…until he found his forever family! This heartfelt book tells the story of a real rescue dog discovering all the things he hadn’t known before adoption, and all the joy he finds along the way.
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1$ for every book sold will be donated to a local humane society!
This book is based on a real rescue dog, rescued by Pound Hounds ResQ in 2018 from a high-kill shelter in New York City, where he was hours away from euthanasia. His forever family flew him to Maui, gave him furry siblings, and he lived out his golden years as a Hawaiian beach dog. You can read his real adoption story on The Dodo.
When Smiley was adopted by a new family, there were lots of things he didn’t know! As a rescue dog, he didn’t know how to ride in a car, walk on a leash, or play with other dogs! Follow smiley’s journey with his new family as he learns valuable lessons about being the bestest boy.
Donate to Pound Hounds ResQ
Help other animals like Smiley by donating to the organization that rescued him. Donations go towards medical bills, training, transportation, supplies, and, if needed, boarding.
Volunteer at your local humane society
Visit a shelter near you and find out how you can help by walking dogs, reading to anxious animals, cleaning kennels/litter boxes, and more.
Spread the word
The more we talk about animals in need, the more awareness we raise. Share Smiley’s story to encourage people to #adoptdontshop.
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Meet Olena Kagui
Olena is an award-winning full-time writer who enjoys all forms of writing from travel blogging to tech how-tos and even fiction. Born in Ukraine, raised in the Czech Republic, she currently lives on Maui with her husband and furbabies. With a B.A. in International Relations from Anglo American University in Prague, Olena juggles various hobbies and interests while writing and cuddling her dogs and cats.
New Children’s Author: What Smiley the Rescue Dog Didn’t Know is Olena’s first children’s book inspired by the rich life of her rescue dog Smiley (2012-2025). Stay tuned for sequels, prequels, and more Smiley stories!
Find more Smiley and Roozodence videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTravelBugBite.
©️Copyright Olena Kagui 2026
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