Nonfiction Dogs

Rescue thought he'd grow up to be a Seeing Eye dog - it's the family business, after all. When he gets the news that he's better suited to being a service dog, he's worried that he's not up to the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently than the way she'd imagined it, too. Now Jessica needs Rescue by her side to help her accomplish everyday tasks. And it turns out that Rescue can help Jessica see after all: a way forward, together, one step at a time.

The award-winning creator of popular survival stories turns his attention to his own real life adventures in Minnesota and Alaska as he prepares for the grueling Iditarod sled dog race.

Picked by President Thomas Jefferson to explore the unknown wilds of the Louisiana Territory, Meriwether Lewis assembles a rugged team of adventurers, including co-captain William Clark - and a Newfoundland dog named Seaman. As hunter, retriever, and guard, Seaman becomes a trusted member of the Corps of Discovery. While the team tackles raging rivers and muddy shallows, Seaman is there - sharing their hunger and fatigue. Whether Indians threaten or grizzlies roar, he stands his ground. And through mountain peak or valley deep, Seaman remains a watchful friend and determined foe.

Fetch and face-licks aren’t the only things involved in dog ownership. You’ll care for your dog every day. Is a dog the pet for you?

Have you ever seen a coyote? Coyotes live across North America and have earned quite the reputation as pests. Many people have begun to trap and kill them in order to protect their livestock—but they are fascinating animals with long history and event part of folklore. Learn about the coyote and their special behaviors and abilities!

Police dogs can do everything from tracking criminals to helping prevent riots. With its keen sense of smell and good hearing, a police dog is invaluable to its human partner. Learn more about these amazing animals, including how they are chosen, the training they go through, and the missions they complete.

Tyler's grandma is deaf, so she gets Happy, a specially trained dog who hears for her.

Why do dogs bark? Do they get lonely? These questions and more are answered in this fun and engaging book for young listeners.

This is a brief introductory guide on dogs and why they behave the way they do.

It's fun to teach your dog new tricks. This book shows you step by step how to teach your dog to perform on command. Your friends will be amazed at how smart your dog is!

Racing over snow and pulling a heavy a sled is all in a day’s work for these snow dogs. Learn what it takes to be a sled dog.

Dogs are amazing creatures with amazing bodies! Discover how fur protects their delicate skin, and which body parts gives them balance. Did you know dogs can wiggle their ears in many directions? Learn more facts about dogs and how their unique anatomy is different from other animals.

What does it mean when your dog rolls onto his back or sniffs your hand? Find out how your dog uses body language, barks, and howls to communicate with you and the rest of the world.

A well-trained dog is welcome almost anywhere. Discover the secrets of teaching good manners to your dog.

Ernest Seton's stories reach, inside the animals he writes about in telling their stories. He gives us a greater understanding of their lives on planet earth. Adventure, comedy and sadness all intertwine to make these stories hard to put down until the last word...

Did you know all dogs have a different nose print? Have you wondered how many breeds of dogs there are? Young listeners will learn about dog's senses, behavior, life cycle, and more in this fact-filled book.

"Loved this book! Had me hooked all the way to the end! Animal lovers delight!" -- Pepper, Goodreads ★★★★★ "The author's experience with animal training is clearly firsthand, lending realism to her descriptions. I was propelled through the book by the wonder of interacting with wild creatures." -- Pierre, Amazon ★★★★★ AT THIS SCHOOL, EVERY LESSON IS AN ADVENTURE. Sixteen-year-old Jessica Rainville's dream of working with exotic animals is about to come true. She's signed up to spend a summer learning to train and care for tigers, lions, leopards, bears, and elephants at ...

Sniffing out people hurt in a disaster is all in a day’s work for these four-legged heroes. Learn what it takes to be a search and rescue dog.

How long does a puppy need to grow inside its mother? When do puppies start to walk? Groom your mind and you discover the life cycle of a golden retriever.

A collection of true stories about the amazing lives of eight shelter dogs. Many of these dogs were unwanted because of their size, behavior, or medical condition. All of the dogs found owners who loved and cared for them.