Greyhounds can zoom more than 40 miles per hour! But did you know that these speedy dogs prefer being couch potatoes? This fact-filled book for young readers highlights all that makes… More →
Awesome Dogs
For many years, people have bred dogs to be able to fit certain roles. Whether a hunter or a companion, a show dog or a service dog, these breeds are awesome! This series explores a brief history of each common dog breed and all that makes them unique.
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These small lap dogs will warm your heart. French Bulldogs are a charming and adaptable breed, demanding a little bit of love but a lot of air conditioning. Compared to their canine comrades, More →
Did you know Irish Wolfhounds stand 7 feet tall on their back legs? They are the tallest dogs in the world! Once ancient war dogs, these loving hounds now make affectionate family pets.… More →
This loveable, family-friendly dog is a people pleaser. Trained to hunt and retrieve, Golden Retrievers enjoy physical activity. Their obedient nature also makes them great as therapy and… More →
Shelties believe they were born with a job to do. They are herding dogs, and will round up their families much like they would round up a flock of sheep. This breed with a purpose will show… More →
Don’t be deceived by their tiny stature – Scottish terriers are some of the toughest little dogs around! These smart, stubborn pets are excellent diggers and loyal friends! Early readers will More →
Guardians of those they love, Rottweilers are strong and confident. They were first bred to protect and drive cattle. Today, they often work as police dogs. Curious beginning readers will… More →
Smart, active, and goofy, Australian shepherds bring smiles to people wherever they go. Aussies love to play fetch and learn new tricks. “Sit,” “Down,” and “Stay” are not enough for this… More →
Bernese mountain dogs hail from the Swiss mountains where they hauled goods in carts through the valleys. Today, these intelligent dogs still love to use their drafting background by showing… More →
Who can resist a bichon frise? These cute pups may come from France, but their fluffy fur and energetic personalities have taken the world by storm. This book for beginning readers will turn… More →
A basset hound’s floppy ears aren’t just a cute feature! Basset hounds are skilled hunters because their low-hanging ears sweep scents up from the ground into their powerful noses. Beginning… More →