Orem Library

"Engaging images accompany information about service dogs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"-- Introduces dogs that assist people with physical disabilities and illnesses live independent lives, including hearing and sight impairments, mental health illnesses, and people who use wheelchairs. --Publisher's description.

"Learn about this cross between a Maltese and a poodle. Find out if this doodle dog is a match for you and your family"--Back cover.

"Beginning readers will learn all about these dedicated canines that take on different jobs to assist people with disabilities or illnesses."--

Now regarded as a classic in dog literature, Ken Foster's memoir chronicles his journey from first-time dog owner to rescuer-and all the lessons and mistakes he made along the way. Bookended by the tragedies of 9/11 and Katrina, Foster finds that dogs open his eyes to the benefits of compassion, selflessness, and the chaotic beauty of living each day in the moment. But more than Foster's own story, readers remember the dogs. Among them are Duque,...

A celebration of the amazing canines who perform feats of bravery every day. Police work, therapy, service, and more-- dogs help humans in countless roles. Rogak covers the way dogs are an essential part of our world, and tells stories of regular dogs who have gone above and beyond to help their owners-- and even one another.

Searching for his purpose over the course of multiple canine lives, Bailey is reborn as a golden-haired puppy after a tragic death as a stray and shares a loving bond with young Ethan before he again dies and starts over.

Ten-year-old Opal describes her first summer in the town of Naomi, Florida, and all the good things that happen to her because of her big, ugly dog Winn-Dixie.

What is cute, fluffy, and adorable? A schnoodle! Learn about this cross between a schnauzer and a poodle. Find out if this doodle dog is a match for you and your family.

"Engaging images accompany information about guide dogs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Sammy, a golden retriever, becomes a guide dog for Jessie, a college freshman who is blind, and constantly watches their big-city surroundings to keep her safe. Includes back matter about the breed and the role of the working dog.