Nonfiction Dogs

Puppy training is serious business. It’s not simply taking a pet and treating it as a toy. The fact that you plan to involve your child in caring for a live animal is even more commendable. It will also present a considerable challenge to you since you will take care of both ends. It seems to be an easier task to learn how to take care of the puppy yourself. However, you have doubled the job by having your child train the puppy. Hopefully, this audiobook can help make things easier for you.

What animal has a furry body, a short tail, and sharp claws? Prairie dogs! But do you know where prairie dogs live? Or what sounds a prairie dog makes? Listen to this book to find out! Learn all about different animals in the Animal Close-Ups series - part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. Lightning Bolt Books™ bring nonfiction topics to life!

Did you know that in medieval times dogs were known to have accompanied their masters into battle wearing suits of armour? Or that the Rhodesian Ridgeback was first bred to fight lions? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Lawrence Keefe talks us through over a 100 facts about dogs, covering categories such as evolution, health, behaviour and more. So whether you want to know who the heaviest dog that ever lived was or why the wagometer was invented, this is the perfect audiobook for you!

What do service dogs do? Service dogs work with people who need help with some special tasks. They can open doors and even bring medicine to their sick owners! Learn all about these furry helpers and watch them at work in this playful audiobook.

Is your family considering a new pet? Then this guide may just be right for you. In simple language, learn how you can tell whether you are ready for a dog, how to choose the perfect breed, how to pick a name, and much more.

Bringing a puppy into your life can be one of the most exciting things you do, but it can also be a massive headache if you fail to train your cute fluffy pal to be the obedient life-long companion you want and need. This book will teach you positive training methods that will build trust and respect between you and your puppy.

Get ready to see life as told through the eyes of a bulldog. These are the true stories of Louie, an Old English Bulldog that was raised in Texas. Join him as he experiences a whole new world in a new home.

Kan en hund gå i krig? Hvem var den første hund i rummet? Og hvorfor havde Christian den 7. altid en hund ved sin side? Få svar på det og meget mere i Sebastians bog om verdensberømte hunde.

Carefully leveled text engages young listeners in learning about dogs as pets. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions help build nonfiction learning skills.

This children's book is a collection that flows through Tuesday's puppyhood, then her life as fun loving, spunky dog, and then an aging dog. It has a fun story to tell with the rhythm of rhyme.

After Bailey’s mommy and daddy meet a surfing dog in Costa Rica, they get a good idea: Why not try to teach Bailey how to surf too? Back home in Canada, Mommy organizes a visit to a friend who lives by a wavy lake, and Daddy plans out how he is going to teach Bailey how to surf. Starting by sniffing Daddy’s surfboard, to eating treats off of it, Bailey eventually learns how to balance on the surfboard in the water. When Bailey gets nervous about the moving water and big waves, Daddy and Mommy fear Bailey might not enjoy surfing.

My name is Codi Nicholson. I am so doggone excited to tell you about myself, I don't know where to begin! I was rescued from the meat market in South Korea in 2017 and brought to Canada by a wonderful not for profit rescue organization. I was adopted and found my "forever" home. Have you ever thought of rescuing a pet? If yes, you would enjoy a similar pet in your family. If no, won't you consider adopting a pet similar to me? My parents share their unconditional love for me and they show me every day the joy that I have brought into our home.

Molly: A Love Story is a true story about a cute little pit bull, lost and alone in the world until one day she was rescued and given a home. Molly’s story teaches children about the unconditional love that a dog can bring into the lives of a family. As a cancer survivor, Molly overcame adversity, and her story shows that despite every hardship, true love is everlasting.

One stray dog. One loving family. One cold winter's night. One Christmas miracle. It was two weeks before Christmas, and a stray dog wandered alone in the snow. When she discovered an open front door, she stepped inside with a hopeful heart, wondering what she would find.

Homecoming Tales is a great gift for any 8- to 12-year-old who loves animals, enjoys volunteer work, or simply appreciates heartwarming stories. With information about care for older dogs, this educational book is also a helpful listen for families who are interested in adopting a senior dog. The stories of sweet, sassy, and sometimes hilarious old friends offer kids a unique reminder that no one is too old to give or receive love.

From the author of Ghosts in the Fog comes a story that will appeal to lovers of history, adventure, and dogs. Byrd & Igloo is the first narrative nonfiction audiobook to tell the daring adventures of legendary polar explorer and aviator Richard Byrd and his lovable dog explorer, Igloo. Byrd is known for being the first to fly a plane over the North and South Poles, while Igloo is famous for being the only dog to explore both the North and South Poles.

This is a collection of the first three true stories about an unforgettable puppy named Bailey. Bailey is a kind and happy dog who has the quality of life that most pets dream about. Bailey struggles to find his place with his new family, then he trains to become a service dog, and finally learns to overcome his fear to sail on a boat with his family.

In this story, Bailey visits a sailing club with his Daddy and learns how to sail on a big catamaran! At first, he is very nervous about the deep open water and the rocking boat, but after an adventure at the dog circus and the park and a few surprises along the way, Bailey begins to feel much more comfortable by the water.

This is a story about twin sisters. It is about their love for each other and their strong bond. It is also about how they are the same but very different. It is a true story. I hope this audiobook brings to life what I enjoy every day. These two little fluff balls are the love of my life. I cannot imagine my world without Sugar and Cookie in it. I knew right away that they were very special dogs. People would surround us in the park to take pictures. They are little celebrities already.

Elly ska sova över hos sin bästa kompis Lana. Eftersom Lana har stukat foten tar Elly ut hennes vilda lilla mops på en promenad i skogen. Men det går inte alls som planerat. Först blir Elly nermejad i diket av ett par cyklister och när hon kommer på benen igen är mopsen spårlöst försvunnen. Och i sin jakt på hunden kommer Elly själv längre och längre bort från stigen. Kommer hon att hitta mopsen vid liv och dessutom finna vägen tillbaka? I dessa tio fristående berättelser får vi stifta bekantskap med både människor och djur.