Tate has spent her entire life wishing for a dog to call her very own. So when a scrawny, sweet-natured mutt wanders into her yard one afternoon, she can hardly believe her incredible luck. Naming the beautiful stray Sable for her dark, silky fur, Tate begs her parents to let the dog stay, promising to take full responsibility. Unfortunately, despite Tate's absolute best efforts to train her new companion, the incorrigible dog just cannot seem to stop causing major trouble with all the nearby neighbors. When Mam and Pap finally decide that they have had enough and declare that Sable must leave, Tate is absolutely heartbroken. But Tate is just as strong-willed as her beloved pet, and she refuses to give up on their special friendship without a fight. This heartwarming and wonderfully structured story perfectly captures the unshakeable bond between a determined young girl and her loyal dog.