A moving selection of poems for dog lovers, accompanied by charismatic line drawings, from a poet with an "unfailing mastery of her medium" (New York Times Book Review). Reflecting on her long and celebrated career in poetry, two-time National Book Award finalist Linda Pastan was struck by the number of dogs that have appeared in her poems—whether as the primary subject or in the briefest of allusions. Dogs run through these poems, so to speak. The poems span the lighthearted to the serious, from the antics of training a recalcitrant dog to the grief at a beloved dog’s death. With warmth, dignity, and quiet power, Pastan explores the many roles of these devoted animals, from household pet to Argos, Pluto, and the Dog Star. "Envoi" We’re signing up for heartbreak, We know one day we’ll rue it. But oh the way our life lights up The years a dog runs through it.

Dogs really are man's best friend-and we can prove it! In this uplifting, beautifully illustrated book, you'll discover the incredible true stories of talented, brave, and daring dogs whose exploits have made them world-famous. Find out all about... - Balto and Togo, who bravely led sleds carrying a life-saving vaccine through the Alaskan wildnerness - Bobbie, who journeyed 2,500 miles from Indiana, to return to his family in Oregon - Belka and Strelka, the first dogs in space - Chips, the most decorated war dog of WWII - ... and so many more! A fantastic gift for animal lovers aged 8+.

ANIMAL TALES is made up of Tales in the Woods, Tales in the Air, Tales at the Pond, Horse Tales, Dog Tales and Cat Tales. With a little imagination and a lot of true life facts these tales will entertain and delight even the youngest readers and listeners.

Let's emBARK upon a whole new journey with eight real adopted dogs, their friends, and family! As these incredible canines discover the blessings of following God’s plan, we laugh and learn more about life, ourselves and our Creator. Dog Tales is based on the Beatitudes, part of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:3-12). For each Beatitude, a special adopted pet represents and exhibits the important character Jesus calls for His followers. Dog Tales gets pup close and personal with these amazing dogs—adopted by the author and her family—and also features other adoptive pet friends. As you visit each tale, may you be motivated through stories of God’s love, humility, mercy, hope, courage, compassion, peace and joy. Don’t miss any of the books in this new Children’s Compassion Series including Cat Tales and others to come!

True Dog and Cat Tales We all have fond memories of our own pet dogs and cats who enriched our lives as we grew up. The stories of the 350 dogs and cats in this book will arouse remembrances of the readers' own pets, long gone or those still living. These stories tell of dogs and cats living in the United States and abroad who have led remarkable lives. There are tales of the lost and found, of heroes, working dogs and cats and celebrities. Greyfriars Bobby and Hachiko show such enduring loyalty and devotion to their dead masters that their stories have become legends. Murka and other cats and dogs exhibit determination, endurance and an uncanny sense of direction to make the long trip home after months or years of being separated by hundreds of miles from their owners. Some stories will cause a chuckle, some a tear. All will inform and bring a renewed respect and admiration for the intelligence, ingenuity and sensitivity of these amazing little creatures.