Meet Jesse!

Jesse the Dog

Jesse was a spunky and silly dog. You might think he looks like a corgi but his DNA test showed that he was 1/4 Chihuahua, 1/4 Pomeranian, 1/4 Poodle, and 1/4 Shepard/herding dog. Weird, right!?

This pup loved being outside and enjoyed sunbathing in the grass. One of his favorite places was the beach and he went wild the first time we took him to South Padre Island. Jesse loved watermelon and hamburgers (which he got once a year on his birthday). He loved running at the park and chasing sticks. He had a favorite toy, squirrel, which was really a fox but Jesse tore all the stuffing out of it and it just looked more like a squirrel. He knew lots of tricks and was always excited to show them off. He enjoyed people more than other dogs but he always showed his manners around any living thing (he even once had a ferret roommate he played with on occasions).

Jesse was loyal and obedient. He always stayed by our side and we had mutual trust. He was the best dog we’ve ever had and we are so happy to be honoring him in this way.

Meet the Authors

Daniel & Kaylee Reza

Authors Kaylee and Daniel Reza have written their debut picture book that features their beloved dog, Jesse. Jesse was a funny and loveable dog who left a lasting impact on everyone he met. Although Jesse has passed away, the couple hopes to keep his memory alive by sharing their stories about him with other families through their books. With their passion for storytelling and their love of family, Kaylee and Daniel have created a book that can be enjoyed by families and children everywhere.

Meet the Illustrator

Begüm Manav

Begüm Manav was born and raised in Turkey, and still lives and continues her work there. She usually uses both digital and traditional techniques together in her works. She has a Master of Arts in Fine Arts, illustration works for various children’s books and personal projects, and an eye for all the cute and fun things in life. She loves chubby animals, watercolors, cartoons and videogames (they inspire her!).

You can contact Begüm via Email or Instagram.

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