Eva Ibbotson's final book, One Dog and His Boy, is a true canine classic.

All Hal has ever wanted is a dog. His wealthy parents refuse to consider one until they discover Easy Pets, a convenient dog-rental agency. Fleck arrives on Hal's birthday, but when Hal discovers that his dog must be returned, he runs away.

Joined by a group of pedigree breeds joyfully escaping from Easy Pets, Hal and Fleck set forth on a quest to find their own perfect place - somewhere they can be together for always.