Meet a beautiful dog who needs a lot of patience and love! Charles Peterson is on his normal walk to school when he spots something hiding in the shadows: a gorgeous but terrified collie wandering the streets all alone. The poor stray is incredibly skittish, darting away at the slightest sound and refusing to let anyone come near her. Charles knows he has to help, but winning the trust of such a frightened animal is going to be one of the hardest challenges the Peterson family has ever faced. Once they finally manage to bring Nala into their warm foster home, the real work begins. The gentle collie is hesitant to eat, play, or even relax. Charles and his sister Lizzie must move slowly and quietly, proving to Nala that she is finally safe. Will the Peterson family's dedication be enough to help this timid dog learn how to open her heart and trust humans once again?