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Welcoming a New Pet
Books for Welcoming a New Pet
Books for Welcoming a New Pet – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
1,692 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Children's Dog Books
I Love My Puppy! Puppy Care
Pets Unchained
For the child preparing to welcome a new furry friend home. This guide helps little ones understand the responsibilities
Ages 3–7
Fancy Nancy #2
Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy
Jane O'Connor
For the child who has their heart set on something specific but needs help realizing that the best choice is often the o
Ages 4–8
Dear Zoo & Friends
Dear Zoo
Rod Campbell
For the toddler who is eager to find the perfect pet while learning how to manage big feelings like disappointment and e
Ages 0–4
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Franklin #9
Franklin Wants a Pet
Paulette Bourgeois
For the child who is pleading for a pet and needs to understand the big responsibility that comes with caring for a smal
Ages 3–8
Children's Dog Books
Big Dogs & Puppy Facts for Kids
Pets Unchained
For the curious child who dreams of getting a puppy or wants to know why big dogs act the way they do.
Ages 5–9
Emily's Perfect Pet!
Jonathan Shipton
For the child who is dreaming of their first pet, this whimsical story celebrates the joy of imagining the wildest possi
Ages 3–6
Jimmy Learns How to Take Care of a Dog
Ellie Davidson
For the family preparing to welcome a new four-legged friend into their home. This story guides children through the res
Ages 3–7
The Parakeet Named Dreidel
Isaac Bashevis Singer
For the family finding comfort in old traditions and the unexpected joy of a new pet. A gentle story about kindness, los
Ages 4–8
Gail Gibbons Informational Books
Dogs
Gail Gibbons
Every dog has a story, from their ancient history to the unique ways they use their senses to communicate with their hum
Ages 4–8
The Julian Stories #6
Spunky Tells All
Ann Cameron
Spunky the dog works hard to teach his humans how to speak 'Dog' until a new cat named Fiona arrives and threatens to ta
Ages 6–9
Red Rocket Readers
Perfect Pets
Julie Ellis
For the child who is dreaming of their first furry friend or trying to convince parents that a pet is a perfect addition
Ages 3–7
The Puppy Place #14
Cody
Ellen Miles
For the child learning about the joys and challenges of helping a shy animal find its place in the world.
Ages 7–10
Animal Ark Pets
Animal Ark Pets
Lucy Daniels
For the young animal lover preparing to welcome a new pet or learning the responsibilities of caring for a furry friend.
Ages 6–9
John Brown, Rose, and the Midnight Cat
Jenny Wagner
For the child struggling with the arrival of a new pet or feeling protective of their special bond with a caregiver.
Ages 3–8
Funny Puppies for Little Dog Lovers
Lorenzo Battino
Clumsy, curious, and full of heart, these adorable puppies leap off the page to show what it is really like to care for
Ages 2–7
Rowdy Ronnie
Shermaine Perry-Knights
Ryan learns that caring for a rowdy rabbit named Ronnie takes more than just love—it requires a lot of patience and resp
Ages 4–8
Junie's Story
Paula Bourassa
Junie the terrier recounts her own emotional journey from a difficult start to a loving rescue, offering gentle lessons
Ages 3–12
My Dog, Silly Wigglebutt
James Lewis
Life with a dachshund is pure chaos and total fun as one messy pup zooms through the house chewing socks and barking at
Ages 3–7
Pets Are Family Too
Viva J
For children learning how to treat animals with kindness, these stories bridge the gap between having a pet and understa
Ages 3–8
How to Pet a Cat
Angela Staehling
Decipher the mystery of the purr with these clever diagrams and tips on exactly how to keep your feline friend happy and
Speedy Publishing Animal Stories
Dumpling Gets a New Housemate
Speedy Publishing
A high-energy shelter puppy named Denise creates chaos in her new home, leaving Dumpling the Persian cat to wonder if th
Ages 3–7
The Pye Family #1
Ginger Pye
Eleanor Estes
A missing puppy named Ginger and a mysterious man in a yellow hat turn the Pye children’s world upside down in this susp
Ages 8–12
The Dog Who Lost His Bark
Eoin Colfer
For the child who needs to learn that trust and healing take time, this gentle story shows how patience and music can me
Ages 7–10
Mr. Scruff
Simon James
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit the mold, this sweet story proves that belonging isn't about matching:
Ages 3–7
