Dozer the Fire Cat

In February 2019, a tiny spark in a Pigeon Valley paddock became the largest fire in New Zealand since 1955. Up to 150 volunteer firefighters fought the blaze. Around 3,500 people were evacuated, including the whole town of Wakefield. Robyn Prokop has based her story on a real cat that survived the fires. While his family is busy packing up to evacuate, Dozer the cat is oblivious, busy doing what Dozer does: stalking, pouncing, washing … and sleeping. But when he wakes up, his family has gone and the world is a frightening place!. Book Features. Based on a true story about bravery and survival, the story of Dozer the Fire Cat will tug on the heartstrings… but has a happy ending.; Beautifully illustrated by one of NZ’s top children’s illustrators, Jenny Cooper.; Includes backmatter with facts about the Pigeon Valley fires.; .