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The Perfect Puppy for Me [Hardcover]

Jane O'Connor (Author), Jessie Hartland (Illustrator)
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Here is a terrific book for anyone who wants a puppy. Our hero is desperate for a dog of his own. He has dog T-shirts, posters, books, and even a barking clock! But he has to wait until next year when he's ten before he can have a real dog. That gives him lots of time to meet all kinds of dogs and puppies. Next door is Duke, a German shepherd who brings in the groceries; then there's Patsy, a big Newfie who loves to swim! And a little Jack Russell named Tidbit with boundless energy. With so many breeds, how will he ever decide which one is best for him? After visits to the dog show and the dog park, and to see newborn puppies, our friend really gets a feeling for each breed and so will readers. And if you want to know what kind of dog he ends up with, you'll just have to wait and see. That's a surprise!

Illustrated by Jessie Hartland.

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Gr. 1-3. The boy narrator loves dogs. He has dog posters and books, a dog-eared hat, and a barking clock, but he doesn't have a real dog--yet. Knowing he will get one for his birthday, he studies the characteristics of 11 different breeds to help him choose the perfect puppy. The artwork resembles a sketchbook. Colorful, freestyle cartoons, including many small spot-art pictures with hand-lettered captions, sweep across very busy pages, helping to present a variety of comic and interesting tidbits about dogs and their behavior. From German shepherd to Jack Russell terrier to poodle (and lots in between), each dog has a name and personality. The boy eventually does get his puppy, a "labradoodle" (poodle and Labrador hybrid), which he names Doodle. An entertaining and informative presentation with lots of appeal for children who are dog lovers, especially those who look forward to choosing their own canine friend. Julie Cummins
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For its boundlessly energetic images, its down-to-earth tone and its smart advice, this book wins Best in Show. -- Publishers Weekly, starred review --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Viking Juvenile (June 23, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0670036145
  • ISBN-13: 978-0670036141
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.9 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,176,573 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Jane O'Connor is the author of more than thirty books for children, including the New York Times bestselling Fancy Nancy series, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser, and the Nina, Nina Ballerina stories, illustrated by Dyanne Disalvo-Ryan. Fancy Nancy was nominated for the Quill Award for Best Picture Book in 2007. The Emperor's Silent Army: Terra Cotta Warriors of Ancient China won Booklist's Best Nonfiction Book for Young Readers in 2000. Jane has two grown sons. She was born, bred and still lives in New York City with her husband and their canine companion, Arrow.

 

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Not quite sure what the review from Kelly H. was all about, April 21, 2005
This review is from: The Perfect Puppy for Me (Hardcover)
but this was a great book. I'm pretty sure no one wants or appreciates your OPINION. This isn't the place for your comments.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inappropriate review..., April 21, 2005
This review is from: The Perfect Puppy for Me (Hardcover)
Does Kelly H just miss the point of the book or does she have an agenda? It's a story of finding the perfect PUPPY, not the perfect purebred!! Where is it written a mixed breed can't be perfect for a child? Her review was not a review, but an opinion. The book is enjoyable reading and a cute story. Is she reviewing the book or labradoodles?
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Kelly H. is wrong in putting down a breed no matter what it, April 21, 2005
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is! This is not the place for comments about a breed! The book was about finding the perfect puppy, whether it be mixed or a purebred!
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