Describes the necessity of search-and-rescue dogs, their duties, temperament, training, and common breeds chosen. We hear about human heroes daily, but what do we know about our furry-legged ones? This series introduces various types of service dogs and explains the type of assistance they provide, from visual guide dogs to therapy dogs. Kids will love learning how a person's best friend is sometimes also a superhero! Additional features to aid comprehension...

"Whether it's there's an avalanche, a mudslide, or a collapsed building, you can bet four paws will help dig through the debris to find people who are trapped. Search and Rescue dogs respond to disasters to help survivors make it out alive. Learn all about these heroic dogs"--

Dogs are intelligent, faithful, and extremely loving animals. Adding a dog to your family can be a rewarding experience. Learn more about how to care for these beloved pets in Dog, a Pets We Love book.

Answers questions about the history and behavior of dogs and provides true stories of dog heroics.

Offers information about dogs, describing their physical characteristics, their playing and eating behaviors, and their life cycle.

"Read about dogs that are brave, smart, and helpful! From rescuing people to being a friend, find out how dogs with super senses and skills can help us out."--

"Informative text and vivid photos introduce readers to various sporting dog breeds"--