dog adoption

When Dion Leonard came across a stray dog while competing in a 155-mile race through the Gobi desert, he made an unexpected, furry friend who would travel alongside him through the desert for almost eighty miles. And when his pint-sized companion goes missing, Dion is determined to find the pup he named Gobi and bring her home with him.

"When new dog owners aren't prepared, it's the dog who suffers, so it's very important to consider all angles of dog care and ownership before making the commitment. This book starts with the process of selecting a suitable dog for your home and lifestyle and goes on to discuss the present and future requirements of feeding, grooming, training, healthcare, and much more to fully educate prospective new dog owners"--Amazon.

Rocky and Daisy are shelter dogs longing for a home.

"Some dogs are shy and anxious and so are some children. Can Boo and Phoebe turn their fears into a positive experience?"--Provided by publisher.

"Chestnut is a dog without a family. After being abandoned in the wild, Chestnut is wandering the North Carolina countryside trying to survive. When twelve-year-old Meg stumbles upon him on the outskirts of her family's Christmas tree farm, she just knows that they're meant to be together forever. The only problem? The farm is on the brink of closing down, and her family can't afford a pet. Meg knows she has what it takes to save the business and take care of Chestnut--she'll just need to keep him a secret until then. Will Meg and Chestnut get their Christmas miracle?"--OCLC.

From the #1 New York Times best-selling author of Max comes a heartwarming, middle grade adventure story about a rescue dog, Chestnut, who befriends a girl trying to save her family's Christmas tree farm in North Carolina.

"A stray pup. A kind woman. A fierce storm. How they come together is at the heart of this stunning wordless picture book that celebrates patience, friendship, and finding a forever home"--Jacket flap.

"Lizzie is so ready for animal camp at the Caring Paws Shelter during her school vacation. She loves spending time with all the animals. Lizzie gets a special assignment from Ms. Dobbins: Rusty, a beautiful and energetic Irish setter. Can Lizzie teach Rusty a few new tricks before the week at camp is up?"--Back cover.

"When the Petersons arrive in Misty Valley for the weekend, Charles learns that a Weimaraner puppy named Bentley is in need of a home and works to find him his forever home"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history of homeless dog shelters along with personal stories from the author, shelter directors, trainers, researchers, adoption counselors, and dog caretakers around the United States about their experiences with lovable shelter dogs.