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Books for Welcoming a New Pet for Ages 12–18 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Welcoming a New Pet for Ages 12–18

Bringing a new animal into the house often shifts the family dynamic, especially for teenagers who are beginning to balance their need for independence with the quiet comfort of a loyal companion. These 239 books explore the unique responsibility and deep emotional connection of pet ownership while speaking to the complex themes of identity and growth that define the adolescent years. Your teen will find stories that reflect the maturity they are developing as they navigate this rewarding new chapter of life.

239 books

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Usborne First Pets

Understanding Dogs

For the family preparing to welcome a new dog or the curious child who wants to know why their pet behaves the way they

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The Westie Winter

For the child dreaming of a furry friend or a special project with a grandparent. This cozy winter tale celebrates the b

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Happy Puppy, Happy Dog: How to Train Your Best Friend

Ashleigh Butler

For the young animal lover preparing to welcome a new puppy or looking to build a deeper, more respectful bond with thei

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Soulmates

David Wilson

For the child who feels an unexplainable, instant connection with their pet or is curious about the mysteries of the uni

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Vet Volunteers #11

Laurie Halse Anderson

Perfect for the child navigating the nerves of a new school or the responsibility of caring for a first pet when things

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Science Comics #5

Dogs: From Predators to Protectors

For the child who asks 'Why?' about everything dog-related: discover the science behind our furry friends through an eng

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Your Hidden Life #2

Your Pets' Secret Lives

Eleanor Spicer Rice

For the curious child who wonders why their dog sniffs butts or their cat stares at nothing, this hilarious guide reveal

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That'll Do, Moss

Diane tries to build a bond with a border collie named Moss while helping a family navigate a summer filled with unexpec

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Science Comics #12

Cats: Nature and Nurture

For the curious child who wants to know why their pet behaves the way it does. Discover the science of cats, from their

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Summer with Tommy Training a Wild Pony

Caroline Silver

For the child who dreams of their own horse and needs to understand the quiet dedication, patience, and hard work requir

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Margret and Flynn, 1875

A 12-year-old orphan in a Colorado sod house rescues an injured horse after a tornado, hoping the bond will finally conv

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Elizabeth Lenhard

For the child who loves the idea that their pets are secret agents, this high-energy adventure explores belonging and th

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After finding a dying dragon and its survivor, Jake must secretly raise the illegal hatchling to protect his family’s sa

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Probably the World's Best Story About a Dog and the Girl Who Loved Me

For the child navigating the messy reality of a complicated family, this funny and poignant story explores the bonds of

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Sanity & Tallulah #1

Sanity & Tallulah

When an illegal three-headed kitten escapes on a distant space station, best friends Sanity and Tallulah must turn their

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The Angel Knew Papa and the Dog

Douglas Kaine McKelvey

A stray dog and a glimpse of an angel provide hope to a young girl swept away by floodwaters and separated from her fath

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Life's a Funny Proposition, Horatio

Barbara Garland Polikoff

Grief ripples through a family as Horatio mourns his father while helping his grandfather cope with the loss of a belove

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For the child who loves funny animal videos and stories of pets getting into trouble: a collection of real-life tales ab

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The Necessary Cat #5

The Necessary Cat

A beautiful treasury of poems, stories, and feline facts celebrates everything that makes cats such essential and myster

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James Patterson, Steven Butler

For the child who struggles to get along with others, this humorous adventure shows how even natural rivals can find com

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Bowser and Birdie #3

For the child who loves the idea of their pet having a secret life of thoughts and logic. This mystery explores the bond

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For the child who misses their pet or loves a wacky adventure, this space quest follows a family determined to bring eve

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Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #1

Twelve-year-old Torak is left alone in a prehistoric forest, forced to survive with only a wolf cub by his side.

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A sharp-witted teenager with a tough exterior finds an unexpected sense of belonging and purpose while volunteering at a

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