Dogs in the Dead of Night

The nighttime setting adds a layer of mystery and magic, but I'm curious if the author had a specific inspiration for this choice or if it evolved naturally during writing.

Each dog's unique traits made the adventure more engaging, but I wonder if the author based them on real dogs or created them from imagination.

The story feels exciting without being too scary — is that something the author aimed for, or did it come about naturally? Would love to hear thoughts!