The Fifth book in the Shelter Animal Series shares the heart warming story of second chances and acceptance. Each book in this series depicts a different scenario of how animals end up in shelters. The working dogs of Finland are very valuable. The reindeer herding dogs this breeder is raising makes him a healthy living. When a litter of pups is born without the pure bred coat markings and body build expected, they are cast away. Leo is the most obvious of the mix up and the runt of the litter. He and his mother escape a hard life only to end up in a shelter. A boy and his family adopt Leo, and in that setting, Leo gets to prove his worth. His mix breed status of Lapphound and Bloodhound give him a nose that can uncover any clue - especially when on the hunt for the most important reindeer in the land - Rudolph. There will be no toys or gifts for girls and boys if Santa's sleigh can't fly. Only Rudolph knows the flight plan and - - - Rudolph's Missing