Gus wants to swim!
And he’s determined to do so, even though French bulldogs don’t usually swim.
They sink!
It’s a good thing that Gus’s best pal, Bean, is watching. Bean does everything she can to keep him safe, and to make him happy!
Inspired by Laurie’s own dog and his adventurous spirit, The Unsinkable Gus Davis delivers an important, playful lesson in water safety. It also shows us that with support, patience, and creative thinking we can stay safe while accomplishing big things.
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"A sweet celebration of the bond between kids and their dogs."
—Colby Greenhalgh, NH/ME Territory Manager, Pet Food Expert
"Wicked cute ... an excellent story for children of all ages."
—Evangelos Baltas, Second Class Petty Officer, United States Navy
Foreword Reviews says:
“Cool tones of rippling waves and weathered wood contrast with patches of orange and pink in the splashy illustrations of this story about working together and never giving up. Gus wants to swim and refuses to accept his best friend Bean’s assertion that ‘bulldogs can’t swim.’ He remains undaunted through multiple attempts—and rescues from Bean. A little ingenuity helps Gus accomplish his goal while readers glean a subtle message on water safety.”
"A heartwarming book that … teaches an important lesson about pet safety around the water."
—Kerri Rose, Retired Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
"Lovable Gus teaches us to never give up. As a vet with over 30 years experience, I am glad to see this story finally told."
—Dr. Leslie Marci, VMD, Acorn Animal Hospital, Franklin MA