Stella: Ranch Patrol

Some dogs were born to lend a helping paw!

From W. Bruce Cameron, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Dog's Purpose, comes the Dogs with a Purpose series. Stella: Ranch Patrol is a fun, heartwarming adventure that introduces young readers ages 8–12 to the incredible grit, natural herding instincts, and hard work of ranch dogs.


A Tiny Pup with a Massive Mission:
Stella, a spirited Corgi puppy, has a big attitude and a natural instinct for herding. A young boy named Mateo spots her potential immediately and knows she’ll be the perfect new addition to his family’s bustling ranch.

The problem? Mateo’s family isn’t convinced. They expected a big, tough livestock guardian dog to protect the property, not a pint-sized puppy! They worry Stella is more likely to become lunch for local coyotes than actually help run the ranch. To make matters worse, Mateo’s father, Werner, has just made a heartbreaking decision: it's time to sell the ranch.

To save their home, Stella and Mateo must team up to prove that even the smallest and youngest members of a family can make the biggest difference. Can this little Corgi rise to the challenge and save the day?

Why Readers and Educators Love It:
-Action-Packed & Educational: An engaging look into the real-world responsibilities and training of rescue dogs, perfect for young animal lovers.
-By a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author: Enjoy a masterfully told tale from beloved storyteller W. Bruce Cameron.
-A Trusted, Best-Selling Series: Part of the Dogs with a Purpose series that families, educators, and librarians trust to engage young minds.
-Great for Reluctant Readers: With short chapters, accessible language, and fast-paced action, this book is designed to keep kids turning pages.

More Tales for Kids from W. Bruce Cameron!

The Puppy Tales Series:
Ellie's Story / Bailey's Story / Molly's Story / Max's Story / Lily's Story / Shelby's Story / Toby's Story / Bella's Story / Cooper's Story / Lacey's Story / Piper's Story

The Lily to the Rescue Series:
Lily to the Rescue / Two Little Piggies / The Not-So-Stinky Skunk / Dog Dog Goose / Lost Little Leopard / The Misfit Donkey / Foxes in a Fix / The Three Bears / Doodle Dogs In Danger

The Dogs With a Purpose Series:
Zeus: Water Rescue / Ripley: Fire Station Five / Stella: Ranch Patrol

Hey Grown-Ups!
Read the original bestselling adult novels from W. Bruce Cameron! These original, full-length novels offer a deeper, more complex look at the emotional bonds between dogs and their humans that made W. Bruce Cameron a household name.

A Dog's Purpose / A Dog's Journey / A Dog's Promise / A Dog's Way Home / A Dog's Courage / A Dog's Perfect Christmas

At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.