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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
By format:
Chapter Books
(782)
Picture Books
(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+
Never Ever
Never EVER Lick a Llama
Adam Wallace, Mary Nhin
For the child who loves silly 'what if' scenarios and needs a gentle reminder about animal safety and personal space thr
Ages 3–7
Breeze The True Friend Story
Crisely
For the child learning what it means to be a steadfast companion. This gentle story explores the quiet strength of loyal
Ages 3–7
John Willy and Freddy McGee
Holly Meade
For the child who wonders what their pets do when they aren't looking. Join two bored guinea pigs on a daring escape thr
Ages 3–7
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The Adventures of Panther the Cat
The Adventures of Panther the Cat
Mary Martinen
For the child who wonders what their pet does all day. This gentle story follows Panther the cat as he explores his cozy
Ages 3–7
The Adventures of Harleiboo
Annette Lesh McGraw
For the child who loves imagining secret lives for their pets. This story follows a beloved family dog on a series of wh
Ages 4–8
A Frog In My Pocket
Eugenie Giasson
For the curious child who wants to bring the magic of the outdoors inside, this story gently explores the reality of kee
Ages 3–7
Barry & Benny Beetle Bring Up Baby
Tom Greensmith
For the child curious about how families work together, this sweet rhyming tale explores the unexpected journey of two b
Ages 3–7
Tuffa
Tuffa and the Ducks
Binette Schroeder
A playful dog named Tuffa just wants to make some new friends, so she sets off on an energetic chase after a group of du
Ages 1–4
Ella's New Hat and Her Terrible Cat
Pamela Grandstaff
For the child who has a hard time sharing their favorite things with a playful pet who doesn't know the rules.
Ages 3–7
The Magic of Maxwell and His Tail
Maureen Stolar Kanefield
For the child who needs help identifying emotions, this sweet story uses a dog's wagging tail to show how we share our i
Ages 4–8
Fluppy Dogs #1
Home for a Fanci Flup
Walt Disney Company
For the child who loves their pet but struggles as it grows bigger and more demanding. Learn about responsible care and
Ages 6–8
God Got a Dog
Cynthia Rylant
Lyrical free verse and soft illustrations imagine the divine living through the diverse, everyday experiences of ordinar
Ages 8–12
Stella and Sam
What Are You Doing Sam?
written and ill. by Marie-Louise Gay
A boy and his dog turn the house upside down in a whirlwind of messy, watercolor-soaked fun.
Ages 2–5
Kate & Pippin
Martin Springett
Experience the real-life bond between an orphaned fawn and the gentle Great Dane who stepped in to care for her.
Ages 4–8
I am Tama, Lucky Cat
Wendy Henrichs
A poor monk's life is transformed by the arrival of a hungry cat named Tama in this gentle, watercolor-illustrated tale
Ages 5–9
If You Want a Friend in Washington: Wacky, Wild & Wonderful Presidential Pets
Erin McGill
Step inside the White House to meet the wacky, wild, and wonderful animals that have lived there alongside the President
Ages 4–8
All Paws on Deck
All Paws on Deck Babysitting Luca Sharing Responsibilities Through Teamwork
Ems Paw-Mily
For the child learning that big jobs are easier when everyone helps. This story explores how a group of friends can mana
Ages 3–7
Tails from History #2
A Sea Otter to the Rescue
Thea Feldman
Toola, a rescued otter living in an aquarium, finds a new purpose in life by becoming a gentle foster mother to orphaned
Ages 5–7
Dr. KittyCat #3
Posy the Puppy
Jane Clarke
A kind cat doctor and her mouse assistant treat animals with very funny ailments in this world where photos of pets meet
Ages 3–6
Dog Rules
written and illustrated by Jef Czekaj
Chaos ensues when two dogs are tricked into becoming parents for a baby bird and try to teach it everything they know ab
Ages 4–8
A Shelter Is...: A Dog's Journey from Shelter to Home
Carolyn Wooddall
For the child who is preparing to adopt a new pet or wants to understand where rescue animals come from and how they fin
Ages 3–8
Katie #2
Katie and the Puppy Next Door
John Himmelman
Pencil and watercolor illustrations bring to life the messy, difficult feelings of jealousy that arise when a new visito
Ages 3–7
Beholding Bee
Kimberly Newton Fusco
Determined to find a real home, Bee flees a dangerous carnival life to search for the family she has always imagined.
Ages 8–12
Lucy the Cat #2
Lucy the Cat in Tokyo
Pertti A. Pietarinen
For the young animal lover who finds magic in the everyday. This cozy series explores the world through the eyes of a re
Ages 3–7
