A Dog's Gotta Do What a Dog's Gotta Do: Dogs at Work

A fascinating look at the work that dogs do, from herding sheep to rescuing lost and injured people.One day last year Gus caught a burglar.Bruno saved a man from drowning.Abby cheered up sick children at a hospital.Max starred in a movie.Hard-working people No. Hard-working dogs!Every dog is born with the ability to do a particular job. Centuries ago, people recognized these natural talents and began using dogs to help them with a variety of chores. Whether hunting and pulling sleds or performing before royalty, these beloved animals have been important workers as well as faithful friends.Best-selling author Marilyn Singer gives young readers an exciting introduction to the many kinds of work that dogs do. This is the ultimate dog book -- a thrilling combination of natural history and the true tales of canine heroes who were just doing their jobs.
Author: Singer, Marilyn

Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

ISBN-10: 080506074X

ISBN-13: 9780805060744