Answers questions about the history and behavior of dogs and provides true stories of dog heroics.

This book describes the different ways in which children care for dogs as pets and includes a brief story about Mark's adventures with his dog, Lark, at the dog park. This title includes a Fun Facts page and a Glossary. Reviewed This informative and entertaining multipart series introduces young readers to the concept of pets and caring for them. The first part of each book includes realistic, diverse photographs and text describing how to care for...

Describes the training, work, and home life of a dog which is part of the K-9 team of a police department but which is also a family pet.

Describes distinctive physical characteristics, behavior, distribution throughout the world, and diet of these animals which are employed in various ways.

Text and photographs highlight the evolutionary history of dogs, their domestication, anatomy, behavior, and breeds, and offer guidance on dog care and training.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, distribution, and care of various types of domestic dogs.

Join an extraordinary dog in his work to rescue people caught in an avalanche's path. In Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia, avalanche rescue dogs ride chairlifts and snowmobiles, fly down the slopes on skiers' shoulders, and even descend from helicopters in the race against time to rescue those in need. Henry is a lovable border collie who works with his human partner, Ian, in the beautiful but dangerous mountains. After years of hard work and...

Gyp, a cheerful but always silent sheep dog, startles everyone with uncharacteristic behavior during the championship sheep dog trials.