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Welcoming a New Pet
Books for Welcoming a New Pet
Books for Welcoming a New Pet – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
1,618 books
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Chapter Books
(782)
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(86)
Early Readers
(74)
Middle Grade
(20)
Graphic Novels
(19)
Poetry
(14)
Young Adult
(7)
Board Books
(4)
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Dogku
Andrew Clements
A lonely stray finds his way into a new home and a family's heart, told through the quiet, rhythmic beauty of haiku poet
Ages 4–8
The Mysterious Tadpole
Steven Kellogg
Louis receives a birthday gift from Scotland that looks like a simple tadpole, but this growing pet soon causes giant-si
Ages 4–8
My Pet Goldfish
Catherine Rayner
A four-year-old experiences the quiet magic of a first pet after bringing home a tiny goldfish shimmering with red and o
Ages 4–8
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Extreme Pets
Jane Harrington
Cold-blooded creatures, pocket-sized friends, and slimy specimens take center stage in this look at the most unconventio
Ages 8–12
Henry and Spot #1
Wanted: The Perfect Pet
Fiona Roberton
A young boy goes on a quest for the ultimate canine companion, only to find that a persistent duck might actually be the
Ages 3–7
I Found Mouse
Pamela D. Greenwood
With Mom away for three weeks, Tessie and Dad have to figure out how to manage the house and their brand-new kitten all
Ages 6–9
My Penguin Osbert #1
My Penguin Osbert
Elizabeth Cody Kimmel
Santa finally brings a boy a real penguin, but life with a flightless bird is a lot more frozen and fishy than he ever i
Ages 4–8
Rowan
Robin McKinley
A young girl and her new puppy navigate the bumps and adjustments of early friendship until they finally feel they truly
Ages 4–8
Usborne Understanding
Understanding Cats
Bridget Gibbs
From hunting instincts to the basics of grooming, find out exactly what makes your cat tick in this simple guide to feli
Ages 7–11
Oh, Theodore!
Susan Katz
Gentle rhymes celebrate the small, everyday moments of caring for and bonding with a sweet guinea pig named Theodore.
Ages 4–8
Lucy #1
Lucy Comes to Stay
Rosemary Wells
Mary Elizabeth is thrilled to get a new puppy named Lucy, but she quickly discovers that a pet requires a lot of patienc
Ages 4–8
Little Dog #1
Little Dog Poems
Kristine O'Connell George
A wagging tail and wet nose lead the way through these short poems capturing the simple, daily magic shared between a sm
Ages 4–8
I Want a Pet
I Want a Cat
Kimberly Hutmacher
Feeding, cleaning, and choosing the right companion are all part of the big adventure of bringing home a first cat.
Ages 4–7
Kate and Dave #2
The Trouble with Dogs... Said Dad
Bob Graham
When a professional trainer arrives to tame Dave the dog, the whole family discovers that humans have just as much to le
Ages 4–8
Clifford's Puppy Days
Clifford's Puppy Fun
Norman Bridwell
Emily Elizabeth and her small red puppy enjoy a day of togetherness and play in this gentle story about the bond between
Ages 1–3
Froggy #24
Froggy Gets a Doggy
Jonathan London
Froggy and Polly finally get the puppy they have always wanted, only to find out that training a new furry friend is muc
Ages 3–7
Capyboppy
Bill Peet
A family adopts a giant South American rodent and spends a wild spring and summer learning what it is like to live with
Ages 6–10
Aussie Nibbles
No Cat – and That's That!
Bruce Dawe
Sam is desperate for a feline friend, but her father is firm about his no-cat rule—until an unexpected event changes eve
Ages 6–9
No One
Eleanor Nilsson
Emma and Charlotte may share a birthday, but their lives and new puppies are worlds apart as Emma begins the patient jou
Ages 7–10
The Fish That Wasn't
Paul Borovsky
A young girl receives a mysterious gray fish for her birthday and learns a valuable lesson about where different creatur
Ages 4–8
Usborne First Pets
Hamsters
Susan Meredith
Practical advice and fascinating facts about animal behavior help new owners learn exactly how to care for and play with
Ages 5–8
Something for James
Shirley Isherwood
Something is rustling inside a mysterious package delivered to James, and his toy animals are determined to help him wel
Ages 3–7
What Do Best #5
What Puppies Do Best
Laura Numeroff
From wagging tails to heart-melting cuddles, this celebration of puppyhood captures the joyful spirit of a child's best
Ages 2–5
First Discovery
Animals at Home
Sonia Black
Wagging tails and soft feathers fill these sturdy pages as dogs, hamsters, and even aquarium fish show what life is like
Ages 0–3
