Today is National Dog Day! National Dog Day celebrates all dogs – mixed breed and pure. The day aims to bring attention the number of dogs that need rescued, as well as celebrate the family and working dogs throughout the country. What better way to celebrate the day, then with a great book about man’s best friend? Here are a few titles available at GPL, but we have SO many more as well! We’d be happy to help you find your favorite dog book!
Dog Days
by Jon Katz
In Dog Days, Jon Katz, the squire of Bedlam Farm, allows us to live our dreams of leaving the city for the country, and shares the unpredictable adventure of farm life.
James Herriot’s Dog Stories
by James Herriot
James Herriot is one of the most beloved storytellers of our time. The warm and joyful memoirs of his life as a country vet in Yorkshire have endeared him to countless readers around the world, and many of his most memorable tales featured man’s best friend.
My Patients Like Treats
by Duncan MacVean
Physicians used to make house calls. Today, a few veterinarians still do. Duncan MacVean, DVM, is one such vet. His patients range from cats and dogs to pigs and lizards—each of them a unique personality.
DIY for Your Dog
by Rachelle Blondel
Full of handmade goodness meant to be chewed, rummaged in, chased around, and worn proudly, DIY for Your Dog is a treasury of delightful DIY projects to make for your furry companions.
Shaggy Dog Eats
by Christy Bright
In this cookbook, Bright offers 30 of her recipes, all researched and developed in her own kitchen. Try them at home and then look for some rewarding tail-wagging approval!
Underwater Dogs: Kids Edition
by Seth Casteel
Dive right into this kids edition of the New York Times bestseller! This delightful book features brand new photographs, as well as old favorites, of the cutest canines chasing after their toys.
Dogs
by Emily Gravett
Gorgeous canines of every shape and size are bounding through this book. Can you choose one dog to love best of all?
*descriptions from goodreads.com
