CAVIE'S CARING CREW
Cavie’s Caring Crew
The Third Book in the Cavie Tales™ Series
Introducing Cavie’s Caring Crew, the third heartwarming adventure in the Cavie Tales™ series—where kindness leads the way and therapy dogs make a big difference.
Therapy dogs bring comfort and smiles
Inspired by real Duo Touch Therapy Dogs, this uplifting story follows Cavie, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a big heart and an even bigger dream: becoming a therapy dog. With encouragement from his trainer, James, and help from two new friends also in training—Red, a joyful Labrador; and Steve, a golden-hearted Golden Retriever—Cavie learns what it truly means to bring comfort and kindness to those who need it most.
Once certified, Cavie, Red, and Steve become The Caring Crew. The trio visit classrooms and children’s hospitals, spreading smiles through gentle snuggles, playful high-fives, and sweet moments spent cheering others on.
A portion of proceeds from Cavie’s Caring Crew supports Duo Dogs and their life-changing mission.
Read a St. Louis Magazine article about Cavie’s Caring Crew: https://www.stlmag.com/family/cavies-tales-duo-dogs/
Meet Cavie’s Caring Crew
Compare the real-life therapy dogs and their trainer to their characters.
Duo Touch Therapy Dog Trainer James with the real Caring Crew and young readers!
Cavie’s Caring Crew and Duo Dogs
Cavie’s Caring Crew shines a light on the incredible role therapy dogs play in bringing comfort and happy moments to children and families in hospitals, schools, and communities.
Inspired by author Julie Huetsch’s real-life journey with Duo Dogs, this story reflects her experience training her own dog, Sophie, to become a certified Duo Touch Therapy dog. Through meaningful community visits, Julie witnesses firsthand the quiet, powerful impact of these special therapy dogs.
Cavie’s Caring Crew
CELEBRATE LIFE LESSONS FOR EVERYONE
KINDNESS
Cavie’s Caring Crew is kind on their dog therapy visits to schools and hospitals.
COMPASSION
The Caring Crew helps bring comfort and healing to those who need it most.
FRIENDSHIP
Cavie, Red, and Steve became friends and form a bond together.
DOG THERAPY
The Caring Crew shows how dog therapy is meaningful to the community.
WATCH A TIME-LAPSE VIDEO
Hand-drawn Illustrations by Siski Kalla
TAKE A PEEK INSIDE THE STORY
Discover how three therapy dogs bring comfort and smiles to children.
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