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The true story of how one special dog beat the odds -- as seen on hit social media site The Dodo!

When Nubby the boxer was born, there was something different about him. That's because Nubby was born without his two front legs. He was so small and so sick.…

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1 author picked Nubby's Story as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

My grandson, Kenny, could not put this book down. He loves all animals and especially dogs.

Reading a true story about a dog born with no front legs and small in size as well as sick, Kenny’s heartstrings were pulled into Nubby’s story of obstacles and how the little dog overcame them with creativity, a lot of hard work, and love from his family.

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