Meet The Characters
Welcome to Trout Springs
A big-hearted dog, a cat with plenty of attitude, and a whole town of family, friends and troublemakers.
Meet
Rooster
- Has a heart as big as his bark.
- Loyal protector of his family.
- Brave when it matters.
- Always watching out for Squid.
- Loves car rides and adventures.
Meet
Squid
- Solves mysteries his own way.
- Dramatic? Always. Helpful? Also yes.
- Master of the side-eye.
- Keeps Rooster on his toes.
The Family
Meet
Gen
- Veterinarian, mom, and animal rescuer.
- Brought Rooster & Squid into the family.
- Always ready to help an animal in need.
- Somehow keeps this wild crew moving.
Meet
Wilson
- Veterinarian, dad, and one half of Trout Springs’ animal-doctor duo.
- Calm under pressure and always ready to help.
- Loves his family—and his Friday mornings with the Java Junkies.
- Frequently finds himself pulled into Rooster & Squid’s adventures.
Meet
Loralie
- The oldest of the three kids.
- Usually has her nose in a book.
- Loves learning about animals and the outdoors.
- Thoughtful, curious, and wise beyond her years.
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Jes
- A charming, colorful free spirit.
- Loves animals, nature, and a good mud pie.
- Has an imagination that never quits.
- “That’s what I said!” is basically her catchphrase.
Meet
Benji
- The lovable bulldozer of the family.
- Goldfish crackers are a major food group.
- Curious, fearless, and always on the move.
- Says “No” so much, Rooster & Squid made it his nickname.
- Never met a snack he didn’t like.
Meet
Pops
- Retired military and serious about the rules.
- Believes in structure, order, and cleanliness.
- Grandpa with a lesson for just about everything.
- Definitely notices when you leave crumbs in the car.
Animal Friends
Meet
Waylon
- Trout Springs’ firehouse dog.
- Trained to sniff out accelerants.
- Has a nose built for solving mysteries.
- Proof that dogs can have some pretty important jobs.
Meet
Cupcake
- A very large white cat with very short legs.
- Loves food enough to have forgotten his hunting instincts.
- A little cantankerous on a good day.
- Somehow always finds himself in an undignified situation.
Meet
Gus
- A member of Bomber’s farm crew.
- Has some very useful climbing skills.
- Helps retrieve the rope needed for the big rescue.
- Proof that every member of a team can bring something different to the job.
Meet
Brutus
- An elderly Great Dane.
- Big dog with some achy old joints.
- Gives young readers a look at arthritis, X-rays, bloodwork, and veterinary care.
- A gentle reminder that senior pets need a little extra TLC.
Meet
Bodie
- Ranger Frontier’s trusty dog.
- Works alongside him in the great outdoors.
- Deals with vision problems from cataracts.
- Brave enough to keep going when adventure gets rough.
Meet
S’more
- A little orange kitten with a knack for turning up where you least expect.
- Small enough to sneak into some pretty interesting places.
- Becomes part of Ranger Frontier and Bodie’s crew.
- Tiny cat. Big adventures.
Meet
Hobo
- Drifter’s faithful dog and best friend.
- Has traveled just about everywhere with him.
- Hiked, climbed, backpacked, and even sailed.
- Needed a little practice before becoming a proper deckhand.
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Penguin
- The Starch family’s beautiful Siamese cat.
- Sweet, confident, and completely smitten with Squid.
- Thinks Rooster’s jokes are funny—which Squid does not appreciate.
- Has a way of making Squid forget how to speak.
Meet
Alto
- A big white dog with two different-colored eyes.
- Loyal companion to country singer Polly Darton.
- A seasoned traveler who stays cool when flying gets a little scary.
- Helps Rooster & Squid find their way back to their family.
Meet
Pesto
- A six-month-old English Bulldog with wrinkles for days.
- Snorts and snuffles like a little warthog.
- Bowlegged, swaybacked, and completely adorable.
- Teaches readers about “cherry eye,” a condition common in Bulldogs.
Meet
Mischief
- Lives up to his name.
- Loves chasing things—especially one particularly troublesome rabbit.
- His determination once earned him a broken toenail and a trip to the vet.
- According to Mischief, if he stops chasing the rabbit, the rabbit wins.
Meet
Splotch
- Ms. Sleepless’ prized Dalmatian.
- Never far from the action.
- Helps Mr. Strudel pull off one very important romantic surprise.
- Knows a good joke when she hears one.
Meet
Blot & Spek
- Two Dalmatian brothers from Splotch’s litter.
- Brave little patients at the Trout Springs Animal Hospital.
- Got quite the “pep talk” from Squid before being neutered.
- Rooster would prefer not to discuss the details.
Meet
Sunburn
- A hairless cat with big green eyes and plenty of wrinkles.
- Cannot resist chasing bumblebees.
- Has been stung more than once and still hasn’t learned her lesson.
- Curious cat + “stinging-butt bugs” = frequent trips to Doc Wilson.
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Fescue
- One of the many four-legged personalities who make Trout Springs anything but ordinary.
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Raspberry & Bazooka
- Two mighty Clydesdales from Farting Filly Farm.
- Raspberry is the clumsy one and has a habit of getting hurt.
- Bazooka is tough, stubborn, and not very good at following doctor’s orders.
- When their friends need help, these horses are ready to pull their weight—literally.
Meet
Cheese, Squeaks & Stinker
- Part of the unforgettable crew at Farting Filly Farm.
- Squeaks is a surprisingly good swimmer.
- Cheese jumps in when the team needs help.
- Stinker is a very well-fed pig who is definitely not built for swimming.
Meet
Baby the Raccoon
- Mama Strudel’s pet raccoon.
- Travels around in an oversized purse.
- Has manners that are still very much a work in progress.
- Sees a bakery full of danishes as an all-you-can-eat buffet.
Meet
Elv-hiss
- A large boa constrictor with a rock ’n’ roll name.
- Member of a rock band.
- Travels with his musician owner.
- Definitely not your average concert performer.
Meet
The Mole With No Name
- Exactly what the name suggests.
- A mole.
- With no name.
- Sometimes you really don’t need to overcomplicate things.
Around Trout Springs
Meet
Drifter
- A well-traveled handyman with an adventurous past.
- Has worked in construction, mechanics, plumbing, mining, and more.
- Hobo has been beside him through it all.
- Never afraid to roll up his sleeves when someone needs help.
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Ranger Frontier
- A park ranger who knows his way around the wilderness.
- Bodie is his four-legged partner.
- Ready to help when visitors—or animals—get into trouble.
- Later adds little S’more to the adventure.
Meet
Chief Inferno
- Trout Springs’ fire chief.
- Leads the town through fires, emergencies, and severe weather.
- Knows when it is time to call in extra help.
- A dependable grown-up when things get dangerous.
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Striker & Daisy
- Striker rides into Trout Springs on a big motorcycle with a sidecar.
- His little dog rides along in the sidecar, everywhere he goes.
- Hard to miss, and even harder to forget.
- Daisy is the little dog. She used to go by a much less charming name.
Meet
Ms. Canvas
- Artist, neighbor, and owner of Canvas Creations.
- Adopted Daisy and immediately improved both her name and her wardrobe.
- Creative, caring, and a little quirky.
- May or may not have a certain handsome handyman on her mind.
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Mr. Strudel
- Owner of the Pastry Palace.
- Baker of treats Rooster would very much like to sample.
- Cupcake’s long-suffering human.
- Has a soft spot for Ms. Sleepless—even if his mother has opinions about it.
Meet
Ellie
- A talented young artist.
- Works alongside Ms. Canvas at Canvas Creations when she isn’t in school.
- Creative, helpful, and part of the colorful Trout Springs community.
Meet
Mr. Gazebo
- A landscape architect.
- One of Wilson’s fellow Java Junkies.
- Knows a thing or two about transforming outdoor spaces.
- Comes in handy when Trout Springs gets serious about its greenery.
Meet
Ms. Caretaker
- One of the familiar faces around Trout Springs.
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