Dog Fight

The opening scene of the book; the place where Sam must go to make the rough-handed man money.

Piddleton

The town in Vermont where Uncle Hamish lives.

St. Egregious Home for Troubly Girls

The seminary school where Heidi previously lived.

Duuglitz Tuft

An uncommon tuft of hair found on Sam.

McCloud Heavenly Acres

Uncle Hamish's estate.

Rifle

The means by which Sam will be shot unless he escapes the Sheriff.

National Last-Ditch Dog Depot

The home where unwanted dogs end up.

University Research Labs

The laboratory where Sam spends some time and is experimented on before escaping.

Westminster

The most prestigious dog show.

The Rough-Handed Man's House

The place where Sam stays; not fancy, but comfortable enough for him.