Petey Wolf

What is it really like working at a horse ranch? Just ask Petey, a hardworking donkey who loves everything about his job at the C Lazy U Ranch in Colorado. Now, he shares his story in the lovable, lighthearted illustrated children’s book that offers animal-loving kids everywhere an educational, exciting journey into life on a horse ranch. It also shares an extraordinary tale of a friendship between a donkey and a horse.

Petey & Wolf follows a happy Sicilian donkey named Petey as he goes about his job at the C Lazy U Ranch. There, he carries pack and tents for hikers and campers, gives donkey rides to young children, and pals around with a host of horses, including Buck the Buckskin and Lilly the Palomino.

But one day Petey encounters a little more excitement than usual when a strong current sweeps him downstream! Can he find a way to stop the water from carrying him off? As children root for Petey, they will discover a wealth of information about some beautiful, beloved animals, as well as the power of friendship to help others in need. Join Petey at the ranch—and have the ride of your life!

David Craig is general manager of C Lazy U Ranch. A veteran of the hospitality industry with decades of experience, he has worked at resorts, luxury hotels, and membership clubs. He is also the chairman of the board of the Colorado Hotel and Lodging Association. In addition, the author is the son of retired private school educators and an avid lover of horses. He lives with his wife, Kristin, and his two daughters, who love horses and the C Lazy U Ranch as much, or even more, than he does. Petey & Wolf is his first children’s book.