National Mutt Day (US)

Èske ou ka JAPE tankou yon chen?/Can you BARK like a dog?

Bilingual kids' activity book prompting animal sounds, including dog barks.

Authors and illustrators

Cocoretto Abi Hall

PAWS: Mindy Makes Some Space

Girls run a dog-walking business; heartwarming adventures with rescued pets.

Authors and illustrators

Nathan Fairbairn Michele Assarasakorn

Until the Road Ends

WWII tale of a devoted dog who journeys to reunite with his owner.

Authors and illustrators

Phil Earle

Old Toffer's Book of Consequential Dogs

Whimsical poems celebrating scruffy, lovable dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Christopher Reid Elliot Elam

Sounder

Poignant tale of a loyal hunting dog and his family's bond.

Authors and illustrators

William H. Armstrong

Kidnapped! The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog's Sizzling Summer

Laugh-out-loud summer caper starring Streaker, a high-energy family dog.

Authors and illustrators

Jeremy Strong

A Soldier's Friend

WWI adventure of a rescue puppy Sammy and his tabby friend Mouser.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

Choosing Crumble

A dog picks a girl at the pet shop — adoption and bonding story.

Authors and illustrators

Michael Rosen Tony Ross

The Victory Dogs

WWII tale of two underground-born puppies who become wartime heroes

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

Copycat

Tale of stray dogs and cats fighting for survival amid a city purge

Authors and illustrators

Colin Dann

The Bare Bum Gang Battles the Dogsnatchers

Children's comic caper about a mischievous mutt and missing pets.

Authors and illustrators

Anthony McGowan

The Call of the Wild

Buck, a mixed-breed, is stolen into sled life and ultimately reconnects with the wild.

Authors and illustrators

Jack London

Spy Dog Unleashed

Children's adventure starring a heroic spy dog who saves the Millennium Diamond.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

Spy Dog: Captured!

Children's spy-adventure starring Lara, a heroic rescued mongrel.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

The Werepuppy and the Werepuppy on Holiday

Lighthearted children's tale about adopting and loving an oddball pup.

Authors and illustrators

Jacqueline Wilson

Up In Heaven

Dog wakes in heaven and sends comforting dreams to her grieving companion.

Authors and illustrators

Emma Chichester Clark

Dr Dolittle Stories

Doctor who talks to animals; features Jip the dog and many animal friends.

Authors and illustrators

Hugh Lofting

The Majorly Awkward BFF Dramas of Lottie Brooks

Middle-grade diary about friendships and a new cockapoo causing chaos.

Authors and illustrators

Katie Kirby

Until the Road Ends

WWII-era tale of a brave dog’s journey to reunite with his owner.

Authors and illustrators

Phil Earle

New In Town

Heartwarming tale of a homeless dog finding a welcoming new town.

Authors and illustrators

Marta Altés

Busy Day: Vet

Interactive children's book showing a vet caring for a dog and other pets.

Authors and illustrators

Dan Green

Stubby: A True Story of Friendship

WWI stray-turned-hero dog whose loyalty and courage saved soldiers.

Authors and illustrators

Michael Foreman

A Hundred Million Francs

Parisian urchins and Marion’s pack of stray dogs unravel a theft.

Authors and illustrators

Berna Paul

Stay!

Humorous kids' story about a naughty but beloved dog and caring family.

Authors and illustrators

Alex Latimer

Shola and the Lions

A spirited mutt who thinks she's a lion, proving her worth.

Authors and illustrators

Bernardo Atxaga Mikel Valverde

The Pet Person

Dog's role-reversal tale about finding a stray human; celebrates rescue and companionship.

Authors and illustrators

Jeanne Willis Tony Ross

The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog Goes for Gold!

Humorous children's tale of a spirited dog competing in the Animal Games

Authors and illustrators

Jeremy Strong

Puppy Poems

Poems celebrating puppies and joyful canine companionship

Authors and illustrators

Lucy Pearse

I Am Reading with CD: Hocus Pocus Hound

Stray dog becomes a star magician's assistant, celebrating clever mutts.

Authors and illustrators

Samantha Hay Nathan Reed

The Call of the Wild

Classic tale of a mixed-breed dog's survival, identity, and belonging.

Authors and illustrators

Jack London

Spy Dog Unleashed

Children's spy-adventure starring Lara, a rescue dog secret agent.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

Spy Dog: Captured!

Children's spy adventure starring Lara, a heroic rescue mongrel.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

Dr Xargle's Book Of Earth Hounds

Alien instructor humorously explains dogs' habits and quirks.

Authors and illustrators

Jeanne Willis Tony Ross

Puppy Patrol 27: Boomerang Bob

Children find and rescue a stray at the airport; kennel rescue adventures follow.

Authors and illustrators

Jenny Dale

The Werepuppy on Holiday

Child adopts a mischievous werepuppy from the kennels.

Authors and illustrators

Jacqueline Wilson

School for Puppies

Charming puppy-school adventure, great for dog/mutt celebrations.

Authors and illustrators

Satoshi Kitamura

Animal War Stories Box Set (When the Sky Falls, While the Storm Rages, Until the Road Ends)

WWII animal tales, with a dog’s loyal wartime journey and animal rescues.

Authors and illustrators

Phil Earle

Lizzie and Lucky: The Mystery of the Missing Puppies

Kid-friendly detective tale about finding stolen puppies and celebrating dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix Tim Budgen

The Road To Ever After

Orphan and stray dog bond and embark on a magical, heartwarming journey.

Authors and illustrators

Moira Young

The Call of the Wild & White Fang

Dog and wolf-dog stories of survival, domestication, and mixed-breed identity.

Authors and illustrators

Jack London

Doodle Dogs

A children's art guide to creating playful doodle dogs and dog-themed activities.

Authors and illustrators

Tim Hopgood

Barking for Bagels

A stray dog finds a new home with the Bagel Lady, then returns.

Authors and illustrators

Michael Rosen Tony Ross

Echo Come Home

Heartwarming middle‑grade tale of a stray hearing dog finding home.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

Paws and Whiskers

Children's anthology of dog and cat stories; proceeds support shelters.

Authors and illustrators

Jacqueline Wilson Nick Sharratt

Soldier Dog

Boy and his mixed‑breed dogs form loyal bonds and serve through wartime.

Authors and illustrators

Sam Angus

Spud

A scruffy dog’s heartwarming search for his beloved owner.

Authors and illustrators

Alison Prince

Just Nuffin

Boy finds and bonds with an abandoned mutt, fighting to keep him.

Authors and illustrators

Colin Dann

PAWS: Priya Puts Herself First

Kid-friendly graphic novel about a girls' dog‑sitting crew, pet care, and a doggy crisis.

Authors and illustrators

Nathan Fairbairn Michele Assarasakorn

A Hugh Dunnit Mystery: Taking Shelter

Kid detective uncovers the origins of his mysterious shelter dog.

Authors and illustrators

Guy Bass Lee Cosgrove

While the Storm Rages

WWII children's novel about a boy rescuing his dog and many animals.

Authors and illustrators

Phil Earle

I am Dog

Cheeky rhyming day-in-the-life told from a dog's point of view.

Authors and illustrators

Peter Bently Chris Chatterton

Rosa and the Daring Dog

A rescued stray pup inspires kids to stand up, belong, and be brave.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

The Great Rocket Robbery: World Book Day 2019

Laika and a pack of street dogs hatch a daring moon-bound adventure.

Authors and illustrators

Frank Cottrell-Boyce Steven Lenton

The Paw House

Kid's tale of rescuing dogs and saving an animal sanctuary.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

Echo Come Home

Stray puppy training as a hearing dog fights to find his way back home.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

When I Grow Up . . .

Picture book of a pup exploring what kind of dog he wants to be.

Authors and illustrators

Gill McClean

Black and White

Two playful dogs dream global adventures; a joyful ode to dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Dahlov Ipcar

Dino Dog

Rescue-centre dog digs up a dinosaur skeleton on the Isle of Wight.

Authors and illustrators

Jane Clarke Garry Parsons

Dogspell

Children’s tale about girls who bring home and adore a curious mutt.

Authors and illustrators

Helen Dunwoodie

The Dotty Dalmatian

Children's mystery about a mysterious spotty dog and canine sleuths.

Authors and illustrators

Anna Wilson

Sky Wolves

Rescued Jack Russell (Jenny) joins kids on a magical, high-stakes adventure.

Authors and illustrators

Livi Michael

Spy Dog

Children’s spy adventure starring a lovable rescue mongrel.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

Puppy Patrol 40: tbc

Kids rescue and care for homeless dogs at a busy kennel/rescue center.

Authors and illustrators

Jenny Dale

The Beach Dogs

A seaside adventure starring a resourceful mongrel, Jack.

Authors and illustrators

Colin Dann

A Hugh Dunnit Mystery: Taking Shelter

Kid detective unravels the mystery of his rescued dog, Shelter.

Authors and illustrators

Guy Bass Lee Cosgrove

All the Dogs

Cheerful picture book showcasing a wide variety of dogs to spot.

Authors and illustrators

Nicola Kent

While the Storm Rages

Children race to save their dog and other animals during WWII.

Authors and illustrators

Phil Earle

Lizzie and Lucky: The Mystery of the Missing Puppies

Young detective and her Dalmatian hunt to rescue stolen puppies.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix Tim Budgen

All You Need is Love

Picture book about dogs learning to welcome and befriend new friends.

Authors and illustrators

Emma Chichester Clark

Rosa and the Daring Dog

A rescued mutt helps a girl inspire classmates about courage and hope.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

Storm Hound

Adopted rescue puppy turns out to be a mythical stormhound.

Authors and illustrators

Claire Fayers

A Dog Called Grk

Kid risks everything to rescue and return a stray dog named Grk.

Authors and illustrators

Josh Lacey

Storytime: When I Grow Up...

Puppy Fergus explores what it means to grow up as a dog.

Authors and illustrators

Gill McClean

Annie

Annie rescues and befriends a stray dog, Sandy, who becomes her companion.

Authors and illustrators

Thomas Meehan

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days (Book 4)

Greg’s chaotic summer with a newly adopted family dog.

Authors and illustrators

Jeff Kinney

Kitty

Stray puppy's adventurous journey with a fellow dog to find a safe home.

Authors and illustrators

William Corlett

Just Nuffin

Child rescues a neglected puppy and fights to keep his likely mixed-breed companion.

Authors and illustrators

Colin Dann

Grk Down Under

Tim and his dog Grk go to Australia to rescue him and foil crooks.

Authors and illustrators

Josh Lacey

Pup on the Pitch

Boy overcomes fear to befriend a neighborhood dog and help his team.

Authors and illustrators

Sophie Smiley Michael Foreman

Get Your Paws Off!

Teen YA mystery about a kidnapped mutt and a dog‑centric caper.

Authors and illustrators

Rachel Wright

Lost! The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog

Humorous children's adventure about a lost dog finding friends and home.

Authors and illustrators

Jeremy Strong

Piper

Heartwarming tale of an abused dog who runs away to find a kinder home.

Authors and illustrators

Emma Chichester Clark

The Werepuppy and the Werepuppy on Holiday

Boy adopts a mischievous werepuppy from the kennel; friendship and fun.

Authors and illustrators

Jacqueline Wilson

Smasher

An unwanted "ugly" puppy proves his worth defending the farm.

Authors and illustrators

Dick King-Smith

Puppy Patrol 39: tbc

Kids at a rescue-centre save and care for stray dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Jenny Dale

Puppy Patrol 34: The Puppy Express

Children rescue and care for shelter dogs at King Street Kennels.

Authors and illustrators

Jenny Dale

All You Need is Love

Picture book about dogs learning to welcome different new friends.

Authors and illustrators

Emma Chichester Clark

The Paw House

Kids' tale of rescuing and saving dogs at a struggling animal sanctuary

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

The Great Fire Dogs

Stray Woofer and royal spaniel survive the Great Fire — a dog friendship adventure.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

The Jungle Book

Urban retelling of Mowgli raised by a pack of street dogs (mutts).

Authors and illustrators

Rob Hunter

The Worst Witch and The Wishing Star

Mildred wishes for a small dog and sneaks him into witch school.

Authors and illustrators

Jill Murphy

Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy

Playful rhyming tale of Hairy Maclary and his diverse pack of dog friends.

Authors and illustrators

Lynley Dodd

Spy Dog: Rollercoaster!

Children's spy-dog caper set at a theme-park rollercoaster.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

The Beach Dogs

Children's sea adventure led by a spirited mongrel named Jack.

Authors and illustrators

Colin Dann

White Fang

Classic wolf‑dog survival tale about trust, taming, and the bond with humans.

Authors and illustrators

Jack London

The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog

A chaotic mixed-breed dog causes laugh-out-loud holiday adventures.

Authors and illustrators

Jeremy Strong

Teacher's Pet

Girl befriends and saves a stray dog, highlighting rescue and loyalty.

Authors and illustrators

Morris Gleitzman

Puppy Patrol 38: tbc

Kids' series about rescuing and caring for stray and rescued dogs

Authors and illustrators

Jenny Dale

Dr Dolittle's Ambulance

Playful tale of dogs building an ambulance to rescue and care for animals.

Authors and illustrators

Hugh Lofting

Courtney

Lovable mixed-breed dog with surprising talents who wins hearts and helps.

Authors and illustrators

John Burningham

Dogdunnit

A punny cat-and-dog whodunnit where dogs are blamed for neighborhood mischief.

Authors and illustrators

Peter Bently Tor Freeman

PAWS: Gabby Gets it Together

Graphic novel about girls running a dog‑walking business and caring for pups.

Authors and illustrators

Nathan Fairbairn Michele Assarasakorn

The Eyes and the Impossible

A free, fast park dog who sees the world and must save those he loves.

Authors and illustrators

Dave Eggers Shawn Harris

Dogs: Understanding Your Very Best Friend

Accessible, expert guide to dog behaviour and being a better owner.

Authors and illustrators

John Bradshaw Clare Elsom

The Duchess and Guy

Picture book about an adopted rescue beagle's journey to palace life.

Authors and illustrators

Nancy Furstinger

The Great Fire Dogs

Stray mutt and royal spaniel survive London’s Great Fire together.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

Haatchi and Little B - Junior edition

Children’s true story of a rescued, disabled dog finding his forever home.

Authors and illustrators

Wendy Holden

The Rain

YA apocalypse where Ruby rescues and travels with neighborhood dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Virginia Bergin

Rescuing Gus

Heartwarming memoir of adopting an elderly shelter dog.

Authors and illustrators

Melissa Wareham

The Dogs of Winter

Abandoned boy survives Moscow winter after a pack of stray dogs adopts him.

Authors and illustrators

Bobbie Pyron

Dino Dog

Rescue-centre dog helps kids unearth dinosaur bones, celebrating their adopted mutt.

Authors and illustrators

Jane Clarke Garry Parsons

Dog On A Broomstick

Children's tale of a muddy dog helping a witch—celebrates canine charm.

Authors and illustrators

Jan Page

The Animal Rescue Squad - Nobody's Dog

Children's rescue tale about saving a racing dog and finding it a safe home.

Authors and illustrators

Ellen Weiss Mel Friedman

I Love Dogs! Activity Book

Kid-friendly dog activity book: drawing, trivia, crafts, and treats.

Authors and illustrators

Diana Fisher

Spy Dog Secret Santa

Festive children's spy adventure starring Lara the heroic spy dog and her pups.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

Doodle On!:Animal Doodles

Kid activity book with dog-show doodles—useful for mutt-day celebrations.

Authors and illustrators

Emily McCann

Hairy Maclary's Hat Tricks

Rhyming picture book of Hairy Maclary chasing a windblown hat.

Authors and illustrators

Lynley Dodd

Totally Spaced, Ms Wiz

Space-traveling puppy adventure and Ms Wiz magical school mischief.

Authors and illustrators

Terence Blacker Tony Ross

PAWS: Gabby Gets it Together

Kids run a dog‑walking business caring for diverse, lovable pups.

Authors and illustrators

Nathan Fairbairn Michele Assarasakorn

The Eyes and the Impossible

Magical tale of a free, fast dog racing to save his friends.

Authors and illustrators

Dave Eggers Shawn Harris

Dogs: Understanding Your Very Best Friend

Child-friendly guide to how dogs think, smell, and how to care for them.

Authors and illustrators

John Bradshaw Clare Elsom

Indiana Bones

Superpowered shaggy dog detective (a mutt) solves globe-trotting mysteries.

Authors and illustrators

Harry Heape Rebecca Bagley

The Guard Dog

Scruffy mongrel pup proves his worth as a brave, lovable guard dog.

Authors and illustrators

Dick King-Smith

Chasing Augustus

A girl's quest to rescue and reunite with her beloved dog Augustus.

Authors and illustrators

Kimberly Newton Fusco

Go to Sleep, Monty!

Boy learns the responsibilities of caring for his new puppy.

Authors and illustrators

Kim Geyer

Paws and Whiskers

Children's dog and cat stories; proceeds help shelters.

Authors and illustrators

Jacqueline Wilson Nick Sharratt

Humphrey's Tiny Tales 6: My Playful Puppy Problem!

Classroom hamster copes with a playful puppy that ruins a science project.

Authors and illustrators

Betty G. Birney

The Dogs of Winter

A homeless boy is adopted and protected by a pack of stray dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Bobbie Pyron

Spacemutts: The Sausage Dog of Doom!

Space-rescue tale with shelter adoption theme and a loud dog hero.

Authors and illustrators

Michael Broad

Doglands

Mixed-breed puppy escapes racing camp to seek freedom and identity.

Authors and illustrators

Tim Willocks

Dogspell

Girls conjure a charming mutt ('afoodle') and try to keep it.

Authors and illustrators

Helen Dunwoodie

Spacemutts: Attack of the Ninja Kittens!

Children's adventure featuring heroic mutts vs. ninja kittens.

Authors and illustrators

Michael Broad

Take Me Home: Tales of Battersea Dogs

Heartfelt shelter tales celebrating mongrels, rescues, and adoption.

Authors and illustrators

Melissa Wareham

Spy Dog: Rocket Rider

Rescue dog spy Lara thwarts rocket villains in a kid-friendly adventure.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

Spy Dog: Superbrain

Children's adventure starring a heroic canine spy who saves the day.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

Pirate School: Where's That Dog?

Pirate school kids hide a stray dog on board and ultimately keep it.

Authors and illustrators

Jeremy Strong Ian Cunliffe

Puppy Patrol 37: tbc

Children run a rescue kennel saving stray and mistreated dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Jenny Dale

Supersausage to the rescue!

Shelter pup becomes a talking, flying SuperPet on a rescue mission.

Authors and illustrators

Rachel Morrisroe Jenny Taylor

The Day My Dog Got Famous

Kids' comic-style tale of a lovable dog (Aldo) chasing internet fame.

Authors and illustrators

Jen Carney

Motor Miles

A stubborn dog discovers joy and freedom on the open road.

Authors and illustrators

John Burningham

Ellie's Story

Search-and-rescue dog's journey saving and healing people.

Authors and illustrators

W. Bruce Cameron

Garbage Night

A stray dog's journey with unlikely friends toward hope and humans.

Authors and illustrators

Jen Lee

A Dog Called Bear

Lucy interviews animals and ends up with a special, unconventional dog.

Authors and illustrators

Christyan Fox Diane Fox

Rescuing Gus

Heartwarming memoir of adopting an elderly rescue dog from a shelter.

Authors and illustrators

Melissa Wareham

Snowflakes and Wishes: Lawrie's Story

Holiday children's novel about a lost dog and a daring animal rescue.

Authors and illustrators

Cathy Cassidy

I Am Reading with CD: Hocus Pocus Hound

Stray dog becomes magician’s star and helps outsmart a greedy boss.

Authors and illustrators

Samantha Hay Nathan Reed

Doglands

A mixed-breed pup escapes a greyhound camp and fights for freedom and identity.

Authors and illustrators

Tim Willocks

Spud

Heartwarming tale of a scruffy dog searching for his beloved owner.

Authors and illustrators

Alison Prince

Nobody's Dog

A mixed-breed collie's struggle to survive and find a loving home.

Authors and illustrators

Colin Dann

The Bare Bum Gang Battles the Dogsnatchers

Kids' comic mystery rescuing stolen dogs, featuring an ugly mutt.

Authors and illustrators

Anthony McGowan

White Fang

Half-wolf, half-dog's harsh journey from wildness to trusting humans.

Authors and illustrators

Jack London

Pirate School: Where's That Dog?

Children hide and ultimately keep a rescued stray dog aboard their pirate school.

Authors and illustrators

Jeremy Strong Ian Cunliffe

Puppy Party!:Puppy Patrol Special

Children’s puppy rescue stories, celebrations, puzzles and dog-care themes.

Authors and illustrators

Jenny Dale

Simp

Heartwarming tale of a mutt who finds a home and her special talents.

Authors and illustrators

John Burningham

Unstoppable Us Volume 2

Kid-friendly account of how humans domesticated dogs and other animals.

Authors and illustrators

Yuval Noah Harari Ricard Zaplana Ruiz

Supersausage to the rescue!

Shelter puppy becomes a flying superhero, celebrating rescued dogs and adoption.

Authors and illustrators

Rachel Morrisroe Jenny Taylor

The Day My Dog Got Famous

Children's tale of a lovable foster dog who becomes an accidental star.

Authors and illustrators

Jen Carney

All You Need is Love

Picture book about a dog learning to welcome and befriend all kinds of dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Emma Chichester Clark

Stubby: A True Story of Friendship

Sergeant Stubby, a mixed‑breed WWI dog who became a decorated canine hero.

Authors and illustrators

Michael Foreman

A Soldier's Friend

Rescue puppy Sammy serves in WWI, showing the courage of rescue dogs.

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

The Daring Escape of Beatrice and Peabody

Orphan Bee and a scruffy mutt search for a loving home.

Authors and illustrators

Kimberly Newton Fusco

The Victory Dogs

WWII children's tale of two brave puppies leading people to safety

Authors and illustrators

Megan Rix

The Pack

Dystopian tale of humans living with dogs and a dangerous pack rescue.

Authors and illustrators

Tom Pow

Take Me Home: Tales of Battersea Dogs

Heartfelt Battersea shelter stories of mongrels and their adoptions.

Authors and illustrators

Melissa Wareham

Spy Dog: Superbrain

Canine super‑spy Lara foils villains to protect kids and playtime.

Authors and illustrators

Andrew Cope

Tim's Friend Towser

Children find and secretly raise a rescued puppy aboard a ship.

Authors and illustrators

Edward Ardizzone

The Guard Dog

Scruffy mongrel aims to be a guard dog, proving a mutt's worth.

Authors and illustrators

Dick King-Smith

Nobody's Dog

Story of an abandoned cross-breed collie seeking a home.

Authors and illustrators

Colin Dann

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