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Why do dogs love us so much, and why are they willing to risk their lives to rescue us? In this richly illustrated book, Joyce Rheal and Brian Wilkes retell the ancient story of the dog who warned humans of the Great Flood that was on the way. Native American teaching stories are often linked to specific locations, and this one is linked to a specific mountain in Tennessee, where the Ark came to rest, and where the survivors erected a 16 foot tall stone dog to remind them of the event. This book explains some of the deep connection between Southeastern Nations and their beloved dogs. A fun book you'll share with your children and grandchildren over and over!