Why is it that in some books the law is telling the MC to keep their older relative out of the mystery? As older relative is an adult, their isn't any way of doing so. Aside from that, I did like story. The mystery kept me guessing.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for my eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Once again, Laura Scott has crafted a fun cozy mystery! Dr. Ally Winter is a great and realistic protagonist. I love the setting/theme of the vet clinic. Her relationship to her grandfather and the WBWs (Willow Bluff Widows) are lovely. This mystery was well paced and fun to follow. I cannot wait for the next book!

I was happy to dive into Tailing Trouble, the follow up to "Dogged by Death", part of the Furry Friends Mystery series set in Willow Bluff, Wisconsin, featuring veterinarian, Ally Winter. I got to meet up with Ally again who had a challenging time, losing her fiancé, Tim Mathai, and her co-owned vets practice. Protagonist Ally had been living in Madison but moved back to Willow Bluff. Her granddad, Oscar has had surgery and needs some aftercare, so Ally has stepped in. Ally is continuing the process of building up her new practice, Furry Friends Veterinary Clinic in Willow Bluff as its sole owner. Ally is looking after Domino, a black standard poodle and on a walk along the shore of Lake Michigan, Domino runs off, returning with a red and white polka dot shoe. Ally recognises it as belonging to Pricilla Green, the young cleaner at Furry Friends and underneath a weeping willow, they find the shoe's pair, still attached to its owner's leg. Pricilla has a silk scarf around her neck.

This was an excellent, absorbing cozy mystery. Ally and her chirpy granddad, in particular, were great characters and excellent in their respective roles and of course, Roxy, Ally's boxer deserves a mention. With its injections of humour and splashes of romance, I enjoyed my time trying to solve the crime alongside Ally right up until the finale. I will be watching out for book three and look forward to spending more time with Ally, Oscar and the Willow Bluff Widows in Wisconsin.

I received a complimentary copy of this novel at my request from Crooked Lane Books via NetGalley. This review is my own unbiased opinion.

When I get to the end of a book and tell myself, "Oh wow, that was so good!" I know I've found a winner. I remember doing that same thing at the end of the first book in this series when I read it too. I absolutely just love Gramps' character! Maybe it's because I've been without my own grandpa for so long that I just devour anything that has to do with an awesome grandpa/granddaughter duo. I had to laugh at different parts when he'd make Ally pick him up, or she'd give in going somewhere knowing he'd find a way to get to wherever it was he wanted to investigate anyway. The running joke of him shouting into his cell phone might seem corny, but it makes me giggle! He should probably just get a bullhorn and stand outside to call to Ally, lol.

I get such a kick out of the widows fawning all over Gramps in a friendly competition for his attention. It's cute how he's got a different way he interacts with each of the ladies living at Legacy House, like playing cards with Tillie. I think if I was Ally, I'd be eating every meal I posssibly could there, lol. Harriet definitely knows how to feed her guests and seems to thrive on doing that. And Lydia's a whiz with her knitting.

The stories about Ally's clients and their pets are always entertaining, and I found out it pays to read carefully and not just skim these as not being related to the mystery. Sometimes someone who's a client might end up being someone to pay attention to in the mystery--or a client knows a key player in the mystery. Now Gramps, he just seems to know everyone! ;)

The showdown was really exciting and I loved how Ally got the upperhand, and sweet Domino ended up being a hero. I nearly expected Ally to end up with three dogs by the time this was over, but everything worked out great. As to whether she'll get to enjoy a nice date with "her detective" as Gramps was so fond of calling him, well I'm just hoping the next book will address all that and he doesn't get called away!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book provided by the publisher via NetGalley, and my opinions are my own.

I love reading about Ally's veterinary practice, almost more than I like reading about her and Gramps' interference in Noah's cases. I loved that the little girl that finds strays is back. I wish she had a greater role, she's so precious! This was a good story, but gramps's nosiness gets a little irritating at times. Charming someone out of information is one thing, but in this book, he's a lot more direct and doesn't respect Noah's ability to solve the crime. Still a fun read and I look forward to the next in the series.

I find myself torn on rating this book. On the one hand there were parts I enjoyed greatly. On the other hand, well, there were times I was as annoyed as all get out at the characters. Grandpa Oscar, for instance, was fun and endearing until he got annoying. I'm not sure I can even explain my reactions to myself although, thinking it through, perhaps that makes these characters more real than most. They were complex characters, with often irritating traits that also managed to make them endearing. I did have to wonder, however, if Grandpa ever stopped to consider the danger his incessant snooping might be putting not just himself but Ally in as he ignores the cautions Noah, Ally's detective love interest, gives. Stuck in a senior living center and bored, however, Ally's grandfather is a force all to himself. It was when he began to overestimate his abilities and importance to the investigation that ceased to be entertaining, however, especially as he pulled Ally closer and closer to danger. Hopefully his self=awareness with improve.

I loved how Ally interacted with the critters involved, especially the rowdy, untrained Domino. Domino has a role to play in the plot, however, and although progress is made, it's his tracking and protective instincts that stand out. Even as much as Grandpa's dangerous snooping irked me at times, I have to admit, I found his theories were relatively well thought out given the information they had at the time. Ally seemed helpless when it came to reining in her grandfather but finds herself caught up in the sleuthing, even while trying to find ways to kick start her business back up. As a vet she seems caring and competent but is perhaps still working against a current of distrust and lack of real concern from the previous vet. The scenes in the vet offices give us some insight into what vets and vet techs deal with every day, which adds to our understanding of our own pets in a way.

Bottom line, the story was intriguing enough that I not only kept reading but will certainly be on the look out for the next in the series. Will Ally finally get that real date with Noah? Will one of the widows manage to snare Grandpa Oscar? Will Ally ever get to sleep in? Will Ally's business ever pick up enough for her to support herself being just a vet rather than juggling several odd jobs? Will Grampa ever learn to mind his own business? Oh, never mind. I know the answer to that one. Nope, no way. And as pushy and annoying as he might be, I look forward to the next adventure.

Thanks to #NetGalley and #CrookedLaneBooks for the ARC.

Ally and her mystery loving/solving grandpa are on the case when Ally finds a body while out walking her boarder dog, Domino. Can they figure out the culprit, solve the mystery, and keep out of danger while doing so? Read and see!!!

Fun, Interesting, and fast-paced, this book kept me entertained throughout the entire mystery. I really enjoyed hanging out with Ally, Domino, and Grandpa. Looking forward to the next book in the series.

Many thanks to the publisher, Crooked Lane Books, and NetGalley for an advance copy of this book. My thoughts and opinions are my own and without bias or favor or expectation.

I would like to thank Netgalley, Crooked Lane Books and Laura Scott for the e arc copy of this book. Publication date is the 11th of January 2022.
I really enjoyed this cosy mystery. This is the 2nd book in the series, I haven’t read the first book and didn’t feel that I had missed anything by no having done so.
We meet Ally, who has taken over the veterinarian practise in her home town of Willow Bluff, Wisconsin. As well as her vet work, she also does pet grooming and boarding. One of her clients asks her to have her Poodle, called Domino, for a weekend, Ally agrees. Domino has a mind of his own and on a walk by Lake Michigan he runs off. When Ally finds him, he has found the body of a local 20-year-old girl.
Local law enforcement Noah is soon investigating, but Ally’s Grandpa thinks he needs to aid him. Could it be that grandpa is on the train quicker than Noah? Can Ally help him stay out of trouble?
I liked the characters very much and the situations they were in were well thought out and developed. I particularly liked that we saw both sides of Ally’s life, her vet work and helping Grandpa.
A good cosy mystery and I will be continuing with this series.

Murder is rough on a relationship. Ally’s budding relationship with Detective Noah is put on the backburner when murder rocks the small town of Willow Bluff again and despite her best efforts, Oscar her true crime loving Gramps is on the case. Until the killer makes it a little too personal for Ally’s liking and all she wants is to keep Gramps and the Willow Bluff Widows safe. While her boxer’s love life is heating up with a poodle named Domino, Ally’s takes a backseat to murder. Tailing Trouble just propelled this series to the top of my must read list. I can’t wait to get back to Willow Bluff to see what the future might hold.

Trailing Trouble is the second book in the A Furry Friends Mystery series by Laura Scott.

Ally Winters’ veterinarian clinic business is picking up, but not as quickly as she would like or needs. Meanwhile, grandpa, Oscar, is recovering from his hip surgery and is still living at Legacy House and living with three widows who enjoy doting over him. Much to Ally’s chagrin, he is still reading many true crime books and watching police shows on TV. When Oscar learns about a string of robberies at the local big box store, he immediately wants Ally to help him try and solve this recent string of thefts. Ally is able to put him off.

While walking a Standard Poodle, Domino is being kenneled at her clinic, and Domino breaks away. When Ally catches up with Domino, he comes to her and drops a high heel shoe at her feet. Domino drags Ally to a willow tree, where she finds the body of a teenage girl, Pricilla, strangled with a colorful scarf. Ally identifies her as the girl that cleaned at Legacy House once a week. When Detective Noah Jorgenson arrives at the scene, he isn’t surprised that Ally has found another body. Once again, Noah tells Ally that she and Oscar need to stay out of his investigation. After learning of the death, Oscar wants to do the first thing he and Ally to investigate. Oscar is sure that the recent string of thefts at the big box store is related to the death of Pricilla, and they will start their investigation. They will soon have several suspects, including the mother of Pricilla.
I’m enjoying this young series. The story is well-written, plotted, and moves at a good pace. The cast of characters is well-developed and very believable. I particularly enjoy the widows and how they try to up one another for Oscar’s attention. Now Oscar, their times I would like to smack him up against the head for not listening to Ally and Noah. But the next moment I’m chuckling at his comments and actions. I found the interaction of Rozy and Domino to be interesting too.

I’ll be watching for the next book in the series.

Who doesn't love a well written cozy with endearing elder characters and at least one animal? I found all of that and more in this fun series. Ally Winter and her grandfather make a great sleuthing team. She is a vet with some emotional baggage. When she set up her first vet practice with her boyfriend, the man she was also going to marry - well, he turned out to be a real snake and took all of the money and ran off with another woman. When her grandfather faced a medical situation she packed up and moved back home. With just enough money to start over she finds herself with a crazy bunch of helpers. Because she can't afford to hire any office help she accepts volunteer help from Gramps and the three widows he shares a residence with while he rehabs. Those ladies will do just about anything to snag him for themselves.
This time the case involves the young woman who does the cleaning at The Legacy House. She is found strangled and Gramps, being a huge fan of true crime books, is eager to investigate. Add to the mix the investigating detective and a pair of great dogs, Domino, a standard black Poodle and Roxy, a boxer - I was hooked. Honestly, putting a standard black Poodle on the cover sealed the deal for me as I grew up with black standard Poodles and I adore them. From start to finish I enjoyed the characters and the mystery very much and will be sure to read the next book in the series.
My thanks to the publisher Crooked Lane and to NetGalley for giving me an advance reading copy in exchange for my honest review.

I received this book from the publisher through Netgalley for review and all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Set in Wisconsin, veterinarian Ally Winter continues to struggle with her business and move back home after losses. With a new romantic interest, things are looking up. Now, if only she can prevent coming across another dead body and has a chance of staying out of trouble. No such luck! With Gramps interfering and a plethora of let trouble, Ally must solve the crime before endangering her family and friends or her business. Burglary, murder, politics, family craziness all make for an enjoyable cozy mystery! I love the characters. This is the second of the series I've read and I will be looking for more to come.

Dr. Ally Winter, a veterinarian in Willow Bluff, Wisconsin, is walking Domino, a dog who is boarding with her, on the beach. The dog manages to escape Ally and soon returns with a shoe that she recognizes. Ally investigates and finds Pricilla Green dead under a willow. Ally’s grandfather loves true crime, and he cannot wait to sink his teeth into the case. Detective Noah Jorgenson, though, does not want Ally or Gramps’s help and warns them to keep their prying noses out of his case. Gramps has no intention of being sidelined. He believes that a rash of recent robberies ties in with Pricilla’s death. Ally and Gramps work to unravel the clues and rope a killer. The murderer does not wish to be caught and sets out to eliminate the snoopy sleuths. Can Ally and Gramps catch the conniving killer, or will they end up the next victims? Tailing Trouble by Laura Scott is the second book in A Furry Friends Mysteries. Tailing Trouble can be read as a standalone. The story has likeable characters especially Gramps. He is a hoot. I like the premise of a veterinarian who investigates crimes with her grandfather. However, I felt the story was bogged down with the day-to-day details of Ally’s life. Her visits to Legacy House to visit Gramps, partaking of the meals at Legacy House (or not because she does not want to gain too much weight), walking the dogs, taking Gramps to library, etc. I understand that she needs to walk the dogs, but the readers do not need to know each and every time that she does it. It becomes tedious after a while. Ally manages to get a patient or two. Ally is treating a cat and it scratches her. This makes Ally look like a bad vet. A good vet knows how to hold a cat properly to avoid getting scratched or bitten (at least the ones I have gone to know how to hold a cat properly). She has two dogs fighting in the clinic which results in her losing a client shows us again that she is not the best vet. I wish the author had showed Ally in a more professional light. She does manage to take her boarder dog, Domino in hand. I did find the interactions between Noah and Ally to be awkward and their dialogue stilted. The mystery was interesting. I wish there had been more investigation and less wild speculation (Gramps). I tired of Noah telling Ally and Gramps to stay out of the investigation. I like how everything tied together in the end, though, the ending was rushed. I am curious as to how Ally can keep her practice going with so few patients. She tells us often that she does not have patients (very true) and cannot afford a receptionist or assistant. I am curious how she can pay the bills with the one to two patients a week. Of course, if Ally’s business were not slow, she would not have time to take Gramps to lunch, the library, visit Legacy House, and solve crimes. This series still needs work (a few tweaks). Tailing Trouble is a lighthearted tale with a playful poodle, a rash of robberies, a dashing detective, an eager elder, flavorful feasts, and a curious killing.

I enjoyed this second book in the A Furry Friends Mystery series Veterinarian Ally Winter has settled into her hometown of Willow Bluff and building her practice when she's lead to another body by yet another dog in her care. I loved the mystery and I loved the characters. And just like the first book in the series my favorite character was Gramps, mainly because he reminds me so much of my own beloved grandfather.

Another fantastic addition to the series!

I absolutely enjoyed reading Tailing Trouble by Laura Scott. I am a pet lover (more of a cat person but who's counting!) so this book made my read extra special. Laura's storytelling is simply fantastic. A dash of quirky humor is a cherry on top. Each character has their share of the spotlight making the story interesting and unique. The mystery behind the murder(s) and robberies kept me guessing till the end. I couldn't identify the perp until the end and their final 'act' was no short of a nail-biting scenario.

Tailing Trouble by Laura Scott is a unique, quirky and absolutely fantastic cozy mystery. Highly recommended!

Tailing Trouble by Laura Scott
Book #2: Furry Friends Mystery Series
Source: NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books
Rating: 4/5 stars

The Bottom Line: From time to time, I run across a series/book that may not be the most finely crafted or the most compelling, but it sure does make me happy while reading. I am finding the Furry Friends series to be just that type of book/series. Tailing Trouble isn’t the most thrilling book, but the characters who populate this series keep me coming back for more. Ally is such a good soul and only wants what’s best for the animals in her care, Gramps and his lack of cell phone skills and love of all things criminal is both hilarious and endearing, the widows are pure sunshine, and the surly detective is just what he should be, intelligent, discerning, and super sexy. In all, I can’t say this series is ever going to jump to the top of reading list, but it sure makes me happy while I am reading, and I’ll definitely be sticking around for more.!

I am a big, big fan of cozy mysteries, and throw in some puppers and you will get me one clicking like *clicks fingers* that.

Tailing Trouble have me vibes of the Cozy Corgi series by Mildred Abbott, with the doggies, and the love interest.

But to me it was just lacking something.

The mystery was good, and I didn't guess whodunnit until late in the game.

But Ally and her constantly telling us how she has not customers, she has to go look after the dogs, the always going to Gramps house for dinner, but whoops I have to go and walk the dogs. We get it, you had dogs to look after, we didn't need to hear about it every chapter.

And don't get me started on Gramps. I get it, he is supposed to be the kooky sidekick who helps solve the crime, but he was more of a hindrance, a pest and surely the man should be in gaol. Ugh. Is it bad that I wanted him to be the next victim?

I liked the spark between Ally and Noah, and I am interested to see what happens with them in the future.

So whilst I didn't love it, I enjoyed Tailing Trouble enough to read more in the future.

The plot of the book was such a great page turner. The plot of the book was very well written. I truly cannot wait to read another wonderful book from this author.

Ally's veterinary business is starting to pick up, although slowly, so she's thrilled to board Domino, a standard poodle, for the weekend for her friend. While walking Domino, though, he finds a shoe that leads Ally to a body of a young woman. Despite pleas from the police to stay out of it, Gramps, Ally's grandfather, insinuates himself into the investigation, and drags Ally into the fray as well.

The second book in the Furry Friends series was just as entertaining as the first. I can identify with the setting of a small town near one of the Great Lakes, and appreciate Ally's determination to build a business in a tourist-dependent area. I've recently discovered that I don't care for books with misbehaving or badly trained dogs, so this book was a breath of fresh air in that regard. As a veterinarian, though, you would think Ally would know that poodles are one of the smartest breeds of dogs, and would defend Domino's intelligence when it is repeatedly called into question.

I love the relationship between Ally and Gramps, but the widows' efforts to win him over are getting old already. I'm also tired of Noah, the detective, telling Ally to "keep your grandfather out of this." As long as he is able, Gramps is going to get involved, and there's not much Ally can do to stop him. I don't know that her tagging along "to keep him out of trouble" is a good idea, but without that, there wouldn't be a story. Despite these minor irritations, I look forward to reading the next book in this series.

Tailing Trouble follows Dr. Ally Winter as she returns to her small hometown of Willow Bluff, Wisconsin to take over a Vet Practice and spend time with her grandfather Oscar. While walking one of her few patients, a poodle being boarded at her clinic she finds the body of a young woman.
She and her Grandfather then spend the rest of the book sleuthing and eating and walking the dogs. I did find some of the plot a bit repetitive and Oscar a bit abrasive.
I did not read book one and maybe that would have endeared me to the characters more.
Overall 3.5 stars.