Ruby Sisson Library

"What's better than hugging a furry, four-legged friend when you're feeling down? Everyone feels sad, scared, or lonely from time to time. Therapy dogs comfort people who need it. Learn all about these heroic dogs"--

"Engaging images accompany information about therapy dogs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"In this book, readers will learn about dogs in the R.E.A.D. program."--

"Story about an aid dog, for children"--

Lola the terrier explains how she went to school to become a therapy dog and how she cheers up the people she visits in homes, hospitals, schools, and nursing homes.

"In this book, young readers will learn about therapy dogs."--

True story of an abandoned dog that's rescued from the desert and becomes a therapy dog working with the homeless, abused and otherwise at-risk children.

This is a fun and informative photo-story of a guide dog puppy called Harry that shows all the training he has to do before he can do the special job he is going to do - to be a guide dog for a blind person. All proceeds are being given to Guide Dogs for the blind to support puppies in training.

"Stella is a real dog. She is a special dog with an important job. Stella is a therapy dog and she creates happiness wherever she goes. That makes her a hero to many people. Read her story to find out more about Stella and what makes her a hero dog."-- Based on the life of an American Humane Association Hero Dog Award-winning canine, describes the contributions of therapy dog Stella, who brings love and companionship to children with special needs....