Have you noticed them…everywhere?

A SMALL

DOG

STORY

SPRING 2025

Who gave these dogs permission?

Follow Miss Nancy, a fed-up restaurateur, as she embarks on a quest to uncover why dogs are suddenly popping up everywhere. From sipping cappuccinos to gambling in casinos, these dogs are taking over, and Miss Nancy is determined to get to the bottom of it. You've probably spotted them yourself!

With its clever humor, this picture book offers an irresistible blend of wit and verse, making it a fun read for kids and parents alike—night after night. The vintage-style illustrations bring the phenomenon of "humanized" dogs to life. Whether you’re a dog lover or a dog-disser, there’s something for everyone in this charming children’s book about public life.

What our dog readers are saying

  • Illustration of dogs in a taxi cab.

    Quipster Dogs

    “Easily the cutest dog book around. I howl every time I read it. Ask my roommate.”

  • Illustration of dog on unicycle

    Trailblazer Dogs

    “I recieved A Small Dog Story as a birthday gift and I am wowed by the quality. Love the colors and details, it looks great on my shelf.”

  • Dirty Dogs

    “I got the book for a few dog-disser neighbors and I’m obsessed with watching their jaw drop when they open their mailbox. I’m a happy pup!”

  • Dog Tricyclists

    “You would not believe how often we pick up this book to have a good laugh at ourselves.”

ABOUT MARGAUX OLVERD

Margaux Olverd is an author living in Santa Barbara, California, by way of Pittsburgh and Los Angeles. Her first book, Venice Wildlife, was distributed at Hauser + Wirth Gallery’s Artbook store, and top bookstores such as Hennessey & Ingalls, Printed Matter, and Arcana.

This is her first children’s book, written while in the trenches of newfound motherhood in reflection of her fascination with the ever-growing role of dogs in society today.

Illustrations by Susan Finnigan

Illustrations by Susan Finnigan •