Caddie the Golf Dog [Hardcover]

Bill Martin Jr. (Author), Floyd Cooper (Author), Michael R. Sampson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2002 | Age Level: 4 and up

A heartwarming story from the dream team of Michael Sampson, Bill Martin Jr, and Floyd Cooper.

Jennifer barely has time to get to know the stray dog she has taken in before it runs off, only to be discovered many miles away on a golf course. The lovable blue heeler is taken in by two boys who name her Caddie and grow to love her as one of the family.

Soon after, Caddie surprises her new owners with a litter of puppies. When the boys place an ad for free puppies in the paper, Jennifer is reunited with the dog she thought she had lost forever. The problem now is, where does Caddie belong? The boys’ generosity and self-sacrifice shines through in their willingness to let Caddie decide where she belongs. Based on a true story, this moving tale of a stray dog finding a home will capture readers’ hearts.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2-In this touching story, Jennifer is upset when her parents won't let her keep the dog that appears on their doorstep. When the stray runs away, two brothers discover her on a golf course and quickly become attached to her, naming her Caddie after her penchant for catching golf balls. She becomes a beloved member of the family and surprises everyone by giving birth to five puppies. When Jennifer's parents change their minds and decide that she can have a dog, she answers an ad in the paper for free blue heeler puppies and is reunited with the stray. Faced with a dilemma, the children agree to allow Caddie to decide where she will live. The final solution pleases everyone-she stays with the boys and Jennifer takes the last puppy. The emotions described will resonate with children, especially the sadness of having to give up a beloved animal. Cooper's distinctive oil-wash style creates softly focused illustrations that complement this gentle tale. An animal story with lots of heart.
Linda Ludke, London Public Library, Ontario, Canada
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist

PreS-Gr. 3. Jennifer has barely had a chance to get to know the stray dog that she has named Diamond when it runs away in a storm and ends up on a nearby golf course, where she's "adopted" by the young Tyler brothers, who name her Caddie because "she helped them with every shot." Soon Caddie becomes part of the Tyler family, and one day she surprises them with five healthy puppies. The Tylers find homes for most of the pups; finally, only one is left, a pup with the little diamond marking on her head. It's no real surprise when Jennifer's father responds to the ad for free pups, and Jennifer is reunited with her beloved Diamond. Then comes the boys' selfless act: they let Caddie decide to whom she belongs. The dog chooses the boys, but Jennifer gets the puppy, who claims the name Diamond for her own. This collaborative effort from two award-winning authors is a tender story about the strong affection between pets and their people; its warmth is beautifully reflected in Cooper's large, expressive illustrations, which capture a broad range of emotions on the faces of both Caddie and the folks who care for and love her. Helen Rosenberg
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Walker Childrens (October 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802788173
• ISBN-13: 978-0802788177
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,444,754 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good book for young animal lovers, June 26, 2004

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This review is from: Caddie the Golf Dog (Hardcover)

An interest in golf and dogs drew us to this book. My boys (ages 9 and 4) love reading it and relate well to loving a pet and having that love returned. It was heartwarming when they brought home the stray dog from the golf course and provided her with a good home. The antics of Caddie's puppies are very true to life. Having the original finder of the stray dog (Jennifer) come at the end to adopt a puppy tied it all together well. However, the part that is a little odd is where Caddie (the stray) has to choose over Jennifer, whom she knew only a few days, and Jon and Josh, her current owners for what seemed like several months. Overall a good book with nice illustrations.

5.0 out of 5 stars Best dog book ever!, November 5, 2011

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This review is from: Caddie the Golf Dog (Hardcover)

Love this sweet story and the happy ending! Blue heelers are so smart and kind. This book captures it. Imagine - found on a golf course and into a good home-:)