A First Guide to Dogs: Understanding Your Very Best Friend

Ages 8 to 12, Grades 3 to 7

With fun illustrations and easy how-tos, animal expert Dr. John Bradshaw teaches kids how best to care for and understand their best friends: their dogs.

Uncovering the secret lives of pets, Dr. John Bradshaw invites young readers to learn more about their closet companions: their dogs! Told from the point of view of Rusty the Terrier, this lively, illustrated book gives kids a front-seat view to the everyday lives of dogs, sharing lessons and growing children into the best pet owners they can be.

About the Author

Dr. John Bradshaw (he/him) is an anthrozoologist, animal welfare scientist, and Director of the Anthrozoology Institute at the University of Bristol. He is also a New York Times bestselling author.

Author Residence: Southhampton, England

Author Hometown: Southhampton, England

Clare Elsom (she/her) is an illustrator and author, and the creator of the Harriet & Horace series. She has illustrated dozens of children’s books and has been a guest at multiple literary festivals.

Illustrator Residence:Devon, England

Illustrator Hometown:Oxford, England