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Books for Welcoming a New Pet

Books for Welcoming a New Pet – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of Hurricane Harry

The Kane Family #1

Hurricane Harry

Harry is turning five, which means a whirlwind of big milestones like moving to a new house, getting a pet turtle, and w

Cover of Ladybug Girl and the Rescue Dogs

Ladybug Girl #12

Ladybug Girl and the Rescue Dogs

David Soman, Jacky Davis

A trip to the farmers' market turns into a mission for the Bug Squad as Ladybug Girl works to find a forever home for a

Cover of Penny & Pip

Candace Fleming

For the child who possesses a vast heart and a quiet wonder for the world, this story celebrates the magic found in unex

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Cover of Night Market Rescue

Night Market Rescue

Charlotte Cheng

Gogo the stray dog wanders through a vibrant Taipei night market, following the smell of treats until he finds a lost gi

Ages 3–7

Cover of What Use is a Moose?

What Use is a Moose?

Jack's new pet moose keeps causing total disaster around the house, until a heartwarming realization proves that being l

Cover of The No-Dogs-Allowed Rule

The No-Dogs-Allowed Rule

Ishan and Sunil are desperate for a puppy, but their messy attempts to prove they are responsible keep getting them into

Cover of Barney Beagle

Barney Beagle #1

Barney Beagle watches hopefully as each pet store customer picks a different dog, wondering if the right boy will ever w

Cover of Blaze Shows the Way

Billy and Blaze #10

Blaze Shows the Way

Young Billy receives a pony named Blaze for his birthday, beginning a journey of friendship, horse care, and gentle life

Cover of Eddie and Bobo's Christmas Tree

Eddie and Bobo's Christmas Tree

Snowy fun and indoor sparkles await as Eddie and his energetic dog Bobo work together to decorate their tree and celebra

Cover of Kavik the Wolf Dog

Kavik the Wolf Dog

After a plane crash leads him to the kindness of a young boy, a devoted wolf-dog embarks on a grueling 2,000-mile trek a

Cover of Something Like Home

Something Like Home

Andrea Beatriz Arango

For the child navigating the complex emotions of foster care and family separation. This verse novel follows Laura as sh

Cover of City Chickens

Christine Heppermann

Photographs and speech bubbles tell the quirky, real-life tale of feathered friends living in the big city and finding a

Cover of Bad Dog School

Barbara M. Joosse

Zippy the dog finally learns how to behave at obedience school, but Harris and his family quickly realize they miss thei

Cover of A Pet for Fly Guy

A Pet for Fly Guy

For the child who loves their pet and wants to find them a friend, this story celebrates the realization that your very

Cover of Marshmallow

Clare Turlay Newberry's Animal Stories

Clare Turlay Newberry

Oliver the cat is not happy about the new baby bunny in his house, and his initial plan for the intruder is anything but

Cover of Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer

Unusual Chickens #1

Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer

For the child adjusting to a big move or feeling like an outsider, this magical farm adventure celebrates the joy of fin

Cover of Brian's Bird

Patricia A. Davis

For the child learning that caring for a pet requires both patience and responsibility, especially when navigating the w

Cover of A Boy Called Bat

A Boy Called Bat

Elana K. Arnold

For the child who experiences the world with unique intensity and finds deep comfort in the predictable rhythm of nature

Cover of Some Dog!

For the child struggling to share their space or their parents' attention after a new arrival, whether it's a puppy or a

Cover of Cats Go...

For the curious toddler who loves to mimic the world around them. This playful book explores the many sounds and actions

Cover of Allergic

Megan Wagner Lloyd

Maggie desperately wants a puppy of her own, but a sudden birthday breakout reveals she is allergic to fur, forcing her

Cover of The Little Book of Cat Poems

The Little Book of Cat Poems

For the child who observes their feline friend with fascination and enjoys the rhythmic, playful dance of classic verse

Cover of Dogs Having Fun

Dogs Having Fun

For the curious toddler who lights up at every passing pup, this book uses real photography to celebrate all the silly w

Cover of Gwen the Rescue Hen

Farm Animal Rescue #1

Gwen the Rescue Hen

Leslie Crawford

For children learning about compassion and the hidden lives of animals. This story encourages empathy for farm animals a