Nina

Impulsive cocker spaniel Micky will do anything to protect his friend, Nina, a young girl who is flying to imminent danger in Sicily. A ruthless criminal awaits her arrival. Nina holds the key to unlock resources and secrets preventing his ambitious climb to power.
Their lives are jeopardised by Mount Etna, which erupts, threatening to destroy everything precious to them. How can Micky save Nina from the unscrupulous boss, the volatile volcano, and the mysterious Signora Strega?
If you like 'Pax' or 'I Cosmo' then you will love this first book 'Nina' in the series 'The Adventures of Micky, Bessie and Pickle' (from the author Charles Oakley).