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Dogg Pack #1

Puppy Love

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This small town is paradise. Beautiful beaches, year-round warm weather and friendly neighbors. There’s only one thing missing—single ladies. It’s Raining Men in Spring, Florida and the lonely residents are hungry to find their soulmates.

Kat
Hayden Dogg is frustrating. Annoying. Arrogant.
And way too caring for his own good.
I said yes to the charity calendar, expecting to cuddle cute animals-- not get an eyeful of his rather impressive chest.
We might fight like cats and dogs but maybe, deep down, there's room for a little puppy love.

Warning: This book is filled with delicious tension, cute puppies, and a ride like no other. Get thee a hot guy, and maybe a fun rabbit, and settle in. You're in for a delicious treat!

During the month of April, some of your favorite instalove authors are bringing you stories set in this fictional town where the men significantly outnumber the ladies. Come meet us in Spring to find your next book boyfriend.

87 pages, ebook

First published April 28, 2021

107 people are currently reading
487 people want to read

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Evie Mitchell

62 books1,526 followers
USA Today bestselling romance author. Evie Mitchell, delivers steamy, inclusive, body-positive romance filled with heat, heart, and happily ever afters.

Evie lives with her husband, their sausage dog, and an ever-growing collection of book-related mugs. When she's not writing, Evie loves curling up in the sun with an excellent book and a cup of tea.

You can find her at @EvieMitchellAuthor on all socials or EvieMitchell.com

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Profile Image for Raina Mertz.
117 reviews1 follower
February 17, 2024
The fact that their names are Kat and Dogg should’ve told me everything I needed to know…
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3,031 reviews12 followers
April 27, 2021
ARC received from author for an honest review

Kat and Dogg! Who could not love that?

Adorable vet and cute as a button photographer get together to raise money for animals, and sexiness ensues.

And it has mad me want another dog!

Love the small town vibe of the tale, even though living it IRL is not so much fun, when everyone knows your business.

Loved seeing the characters from Resolution Revolution again, and really need some of Hayden's brothers to get their books.



Profile Image for Chalice.
3,701 reviews111 followers
December 28, 2023
The couple: Hayden and Kat

Romance trope: insta-love
Series: It's Raining Men/Dogg Pack
Length: 87 pages

Plot: Kat is in America to visit her aunt and maybe do some photography. Her aunt has her first job lined up: a photo shoot of the adorable animals at the vet's office where she works. The only hitch? Kat can't stand the vet, Dr. Dogg. But Hayden doesn't feel the same way about Katt, and he intends to blow up those first impressions.

Commentary: There was no real reason for Kat to dislike Hayden at first sight. Even with the explanation about her ex, there was no real reason - she hated him before he even opened his mouth and was really bitchy to him until more than halfway through. I didn't get it. She was more prickly than I enjoyed.
I hate to say all of that because I generally enjoy this author's work, a lot. I think maybe this short of a story is not the best format.

Next book in the series: Bad English
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1,234 reviews99 followers
May 13, 2021
Kat Meet Dogg

Honestly Evie's dedication in this book was my favorite part and did me in. As a follower of her work, I know the loss and journey that happened behind the scenes during this book's creation, and that makes it even more incredible.

This is a short, sweet and steamy romance filled with all sorts of adorable fur babies. It's also packed with Evie's usual wit and humor, which I absolutely adore.

Another wonderful gem from Evie that is now in my growing collection of all things Evie Mitchell.
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2,157 reviews19 followers
April 4, 2024
3.5 ⭐️

This was such a cute, feel good novella. Had such a grin on my face while reading!
127 reviews1 follower
April 27, 2021
This is a stand alone book, that has some character overlap from the Capricorn Cove Series. Hayden is the local vet who is trying to do some good, raising money to care for animals, but his photo skills are lacking. Que in Kat who is in town to visit her aunt, who works with Hayden. Their meet-cute turns out to be more of a meet-nope, through some miscommunication. Needless to say as they work together the chemistry the pair have is undeniable, but can Kat give up her preconceived ideas of American men and her future to find real happiness? She takes control of the situation and dives into Hayden for both of their happiness. I love that Kat takes what she wants and that Hayden is there for it. Evie really brought about the sweet in this short Puppy Love, but there was some demanding heat too! Loved this!
190 reviews
April 3, 2022
The story was well-written and entertaining to read. It revolves in Spring, Florida where Hayden, a handsome vet needed help for the charity calendar. Kat and her brother was visiting their favorite aunt until she suggests that they needed a photographer at the shelter. She swore off men after her breakup with her ex-boyfriend until Hayden comes knocking down her fortified walls. Their playful banter and being comfortable with each other creates a sizzling tension as they cannot help but ignite the sparks as their lips portray the unspoken feelings between them. I love how Hayden was such a gentleman and did not become arrogant because of his looks. Kat was also able to accept that she loves Hayden instead of pushing him away. I also love the epilogue although I needed more scenes in a couple of years of them growing together as a family.
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Profile Image for Martine Francois.
115 reviews
February 2, 2024
Bring on the Dogg pack!!!

Ok that’s it, I’m moving to Capricorn cove so I can find one of these men that love so darn big. When I saw the title I was like uhhh this one is a departure. And then we meet Hayden and of course there I went being smitten again. It took me a minute to warm up to Kat because I hate women who let bad men give them undue angst and lots of hang ups but she melted for the Dogg pack🥰. This whole made up town honestly has me constantly cheesing because big girls, small girls, tall ones, short ones it won’t matter there’s a hunk for you and he believes in making it hot and spicy to get to HEA. Keep em coming Evie Mitchell, keep em
Coming!
Profile Image for Michelle Heyboer.
299 reviews1 follower
July 3, 2024
Hayden and Kat's story is a classic tale of opposites attracting. Their surnames, Kat and Dogg (yes, with two Gs), are a playful hint at their initial dynamic, reminiscent of the age-old quarrel between cats and dogs. However, as the story unfolds, they begin to harmonize, discovering a connection that goes beyond mere squabbles.

Their journey of exploring mutual attraction reveals a depth of emotion that transcends the frivolous 'puppy love' stage, blossoming into something profound and genuine. For those who adore a tale of instant connection, complete with charming animals and a captivating veterinarian, this narrative is an absolute must-read.
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1,598 reviews51 followers
June 7, 2021
Hayden Dogg is the veterinarian in Spring, Kat is his employees niece who is visiting with her brother from England. The first time they meet is when someone thinks they ran over a cat. But the cat is a bit of a drama queen and is fine, but Kat doesn’t know that and when Hayden steps in and acts all bossy she gets pissed. Things get interesting when the aunt asks Kat a photographer to do an animal charity calendar for the doctor. When she finds out it’s the bossy guy from the street she’s not impressed. But Hayden’s charm does melt her eventually, plus everyone else loves Dr Dogg. She’s reluctant to start anything with Hayden because she had a bad experience with an American guy, but she decides that Hayden is a good guy and worth it. Especially when he is all in with her and is happy to introduce her to his family and friends. I love yous and she proposes to him. Cute epilogue one year later with how she tells him he’s going to be a daddy.
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Profile Image for Megan.
805 reviews7 followers
February 22, 2024
This charming RomCom is about vet, Dr Hayden Dogg who lives in a small town. His assistant, June's niece, Kat - a photographer comes to visit and she only plans on staying for the summer. She gets roped in to help photograph the animals in the shelter that Hayden oversees and lands up being in his company a lot. This is an instalove steamy short story with endearing characters, adorable pets and amusing dialogue. There were a lot of puns around their names which was hilarious. I really enjoyed this book and rate it 4.5*.
Profile Image for Kristina.
106 reviews1 follower
April 28, 2021
Hayden and Kat have a start for sure! Not only do their names say it, Kat and Dogg, (with two Gs), they live up to their names. A little like cats and dogs at the beginning but they soon start to play nice and find there might be more. As they explore their attraction for one another they realize that this isn’t just puppy love, it’s the real deal!!! If you love an insta-love story with a few adorable animals and really hot vet then this is something you should totally read!!!
Profile Image for Christina Astorga.
1,058 reviews3 followers
May 1, 2021
I received an ARC and I'm freely reviewing.

Ok, so I've been stressed from work and hadn't been reading because I didn't want my weird funk to impact any stories I read. So, I thought perfect timing I have this little gem here to read. Hayden and Kat are too cute. I love their interactions with each other, the animals, the goofiness of others. It meshes wonderfully. This is a fast read that doesn't disappoint.
Profile Image for Karina.
167 reviews7 followers
March 3, 2024
Kat a photographer is staying with her Aunt June for the summer. June works for Dr. Hayden Dogg, DVM. Quick read, cute story & steamy romance.

A few quotes I liked from the book:

"But here's the thing. I've never had a place to call home. Never wanted one, if I'm honest. But now I know home isn't a place. It's a person. And that person is you."

“I love Hayden Dogg. I want little puppies. I want little people. I want a life with this beautiful man.”
Profile Image for Katherine Gisleson.
655 reviews3 followers
March 20, 2025
5/5 ⭐️s
🌶️🌶️ - medium spice

LOVES:
- Their names are too funny 😂 Evie’s gotta throw in some cheesy jokes 😉 she does it well
- The craze that ends up happening over Dr. Dogg was shocking and confusingly hilarious 🫣 I also appreciated it as the catalyst for them in a way I didn’t expect.
- I like how he wore her down by, unknowingly, doing all the right things in comparison to her ex.

Short, sweet, and just enough spice. So cute! 🥰
336 reviews2 followers
April 28, 2021
When Kat and Hayden first meet there is no way you see them together. However as the story unfolds you are rooting for their HEA. I loved this book. It is so funny with a lovely story and some steamy scenes. Kat is an independent girl after my own heart and Hayden is a delight. A definite must read.
11 reviews1 follower
April 28, 2021
Y’all the name says it all really; such a cute couple. Kat has some reservations from the beginning but Nate Dogg uses his charm; if you like insta-love this is Deff for you.
Nate is a local vet trying to do some raise some money to care for the animals and here comes Kat who does photography for living !!
2,543 reviews29 followers
April 29, 2021
Hayden and Kat

Absolutely love the newest book in the it's raining men series. Kat is a photographer in to visit her aunt who works for vet named Dr. Hayden Dog. When they meet the sparks are their but Kat is a bit jaded from a previous relationship. Dr.Dogg is the perfect man to melt her heart and their story is absolutely perfect. New to this author and already a fan.
3,983 reviews7 followers
May 5, 2021
Sexy Vet

Hayden wants to get his animal rescue off the ground so him and his team decide to do a charity calendar of the adoptable pets but when his receptionist June enlists her photographer niece he falls fast. Kat was burned in her last relationship and doesn't trust her judgement but Hayden just has a way about him. This is one funny and sweet read.
Profile Image for Bronwyn Sands.
68 reviews1 follower
April 28, 2021
Dr Dogg, yes please

Loved this book so hard. Kat and Hayden and the Dogg Family shenanigans are hilarious. Can’t wait for the rest of the family and their books.
Well worth the effort and read. Evie knocked this one out the Dogg park
Profile Image for Ana Armstrong.
1,608 reviews
April 29, 2021
Brilliant ❤️

Loved Kat and Hayden’s story! Great meet-cute and relationship progression. GREAT storyline and NSFW scenes. So glad we’ll be getting the rest of the Dogg pack’s stories too!!!
Profile Image for Charli.
905 reviews11 followers
April 29, 2021
Insta love Kat meets Dr Dogg

Cute short and steamy! Just what I like to read between the heavier angsty books. Although I'm not a fan of insta love Ms Mitchell writes them in a way that can't help you fall in love with her characters.
Profile Image for Shawn.
3,173 reviews
April 30, 2021
Little bit of puppy love

This book was cute. I love these books set in Spring, FL. The characters grew on me. It took me a minute for Kat. I really didn’t understand what her problem with him at first was but then I grew to like her and the book was enjoyable.
115 reviews2 followers
May 5, 2021
Love and puppies!

This was such a fun read. First it starts with a silky terrier photo shoot. Silky terriers are my breed, so of course I was hooked. Lots of great characters, food, fun, animals and love. I highly recommend this book, it was so uplifting
270 reviews
May 12, 2021
Puppy Love

Puppy Love is a fast romance but it truly delivers all the feels needed to make you fall in love with the characters! I can not wait to see more of the Dogg family and Henry! What an amazing story
1,042 reviews1 follower
June 24, 2021
Great book

Kay had a bad experience with American men so she gave Hayden grief until she got to know him and then she left her guard down and fell in love Hayden fell in love right away but didn't say it yet. They got their happy ever after
323 reviews4 followers
November 30, 2021
Puppy Love

I loved this book, it was short, funny, adventurous, sweet, I loved the characters. I laughed, cried and hoped for the Happily Ever After that came. I already ordered the next book Bad English about Kat's brother Henry. I highly recommend this story. Happy Reading!!!
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