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Sometimes a therapy dog can lift a person's spirits just by being in the same room. Other times, the dogs take more active roles, acting as companions. Therapy dogs help people who are ill or sad feel better. Learn more about these amazing animals, including how they are chosen, the training they go through, and the work they do.

Calling all golden retriever lovers! Ever wondered about a golden retriever's personality? Want to find out the best way to care for a golden retriever?

Have you ever wished you could speak to your dog? If you pay attention, you'll realize they actually speak to us all the time! Learn about the different noises and behaviors dogs use to communicate. The next time your dog "talks" to you, will you be able to understand him?

All of our pet dogs today have evolved from wild wolves. Humans began to tame wolves and then select their friendliest pups for keeping. Gradually, people learned how choose some dogs and breed them to do different jobs.

Don't let their size fool you. Miniature pinschers are fearless! Learn more about these fun-loving dogs.

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.

Growing up in Germany as a single child, Inge Koch-Williams always had a very close bond with her dogs. She has been involved with rescuing dogs since she was 16 years old. After losing her chihuahua, Lilly, Koch-Williams was heartbroken, but she found the best medicine in Violet’s Rescue. They needed each other. Violet’s Star reminds us that all dogs have a story and they all deserve a chance.

やさしい涙を流した後に、幸せな気持ちがあふれる。

Como parte de la exclusiva ciencia Know-It-Alls! ¡Serie que presenta hechos científicos interesantes, este audiolibro pone el foco en Puppies! ¿Sabías que hay más de 150 razas diferentes de cachorros? Una narración impresionante y efectos de sonido, además de muchos datos interesantes, hacen que este audiolibro sea divertido y emocionante para los jóvenes entusiastas de la ciencia de 4 años en adelante.

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.

Pip the labrador puppy is learning the skills he needs to be an assistance dog for Kayla, a young girl in a wheelchair. He’s desperate to have a human of his very own, but will Kayla want his help? And how will he get his Resist Temptation badge and become an assistance dog if he can’t stop himself from chasing any ball that moves?

Scout wants nothing more than to be a police dog, just like her mum and dad. But on the day of her big police dog test, a good deed costs her, causing her to fail. Scout isn't sure she'll ever earn her police dog badge—until, that is, a sausage thief strikes. It's up to Scout to catch the culprit and save the day.

Murphy, the leonberger puppy, is used to being the best, so when new student Rodrigo comes top in the class he struggles with his jealousy. But Murphy faces his biggest challenge when he is sent to the beach to try for his Surf Rescue badge. Can he be brave when it matters most.

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.

Why do dogs bark? Are they colorblind? How many teeth do they have? You’ve got questions about dogs, and Kids’ Questions has answers!

Find out about all of the basics about owning a dog. Learn what dogs eat, how to keep your dog happy, and general care.

Yorkshire terriers are also known as Yorkies. These loving little dogs need a lot of affection. Discover more about these tiny terriers.

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.

Learn about dogs and their puppies.

Papillons are known for their beautifully big ears and friendliness. Find out if owning this happy little dog is the right fit for you.