Hello Buddy: An Adult’s Illustrated Fairy Tale of a Dog Buddy, a Herbalist Father Daddy, with the Wisdom of Nature

New Release published in Asia by New Zealand Eco-Health Author Eisen Shim

Following the success of his May publication The Secret of Herbs 2 – Phytotherapy, New Zealand–based Author Eisen Shim returns with his second book of the year: Hello Buddy.

This new title has already drawn attention for its unique narrative style and warm philosophical depth. Hello Buddy unfolds entirely through everyday conversations between the two protagonists—a Golden Retriever named Buddy and her guardian, a New Zealand herbalist simply called “Daddy.” Without any external narration or explanation, their tender dialogues alone carry the entire story, allowing readers to step naturally into their world.

A Story Where Humans, Animals, and Plants Live in Harmony

At its heart, Hello Buddy is a gentle eco-health fable. Through Buddy and her Daddy’s conversations, the book explores how humans, animals, and plants can coexist in a way that is healthy, compassionate, and deeply connected to nature.

Shim, a specialist in Green Medicine, a business consultant in healthcare innovation, and phytotherapy, brings a rare background to the narrative. His professional path spans environmental health, botanical medicine, and even animal biotechnology—fields that are still relatively new to many readers. These diverse experiences form the foundation of the book’s message: true well-being emerges when biological wisdom, natural rhythms, and emotional connection come together.

39 Episodes of Life, Healing, and the Everyday Questions of Pet Families

Each chapter of Hello Buddy captures moments familiar to anyone who has ever raised or loved a companion animal:

• a family’s first experience adopting a dog
• understanding changes in behavior and mood
• seasonal shifts in a pet’s physiology
• natural herb recipes for health and comfort
• how to build trust, communication, and social confidence

All these themes unfold across 39 short, heartwarming episodes—each one illuminating the deeper meaning of love, responsibility, and family.

A Cast of Friends: Luna, Shami, and the Sparrow Twins

Buddy’s world is filled with charming companions:

• Luna, the neighbor’s dog;
• Shami, a stray cat who visits with quiet curiosity;
• Pero and Peri, a pair of lively sparrow siblings.

Alongside these animal friends, familiar medicinal herbs—chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, and others—appear not merely as plants but as “healing companions” that enrich the family’s daily life. Their presence reminds readers of nature’s gentle ability to soothe, restore, and connect.

A Christmas Gift for Pet Lovers, and a Gentle Guide for Modern Readers Seeking Balance

More than a story about a dog, Hello Buddy is an invitation to rediscover the wisdom of nature and the emotional richness of living closely with another being.

For families with pets, the book offers a comforting mirror of their own experiences. For modern readers seeking a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle, it serves as a poetic roadmap toward eco-health, balance, and mindful living.

This warm and beautifully illustrated adult fairy tale will undoubtedly become a heartfelt Christmas gift—and a meaningful companion for anyone longing to live more gently alongside nature and the animals they love.