Big Feelings, Bigger Paws: Baby Barney Needs Hugs & Food by Renee Servello
Baby Barney Needs Hugs & Food! by Renee Servello is a children’s illustrated book that understands a simple truth: growing up can be exciting, confusing, and a little uncomfortable—especially when you’re a Labradoodle puppy getting bigger by the day. Published under Explora Books, the story is told in Barney’s own voice and invites young readers to see the world from knee-level, where hugs matter, food is always on your mind, and love doesn’t shrink just because you don’t fit anymore.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, 27th Mar 2026 – Barney introduces himself as a puppy who is “growing like a rocket.” That growth is the heart of the book. As Barney gets bigger and heavier, everyday things stop working the way they used to. He no longer fits on his doggie bed, his food bowls are repl...
