Dog Tales: True Stories of Heroic Hounds - Paperback

by Penelope Rich (Author), Isabel Muñoz (Illustrator)

Dogs really are man's best friend - and we can prove it!

In this uplifting, beautifully illustrated book, readers will discover the incredible true stories of talented, brave, and daring dogs whose exploits have made them world-famous. These tales of canine courage, loyalty and intelligence will warm any dog-lovers heart. Over 30 stories are included, accompanied by delightful full-color illustrations by Isabel Muñoz.

Find out all about...
- Balto and Togo, who bravely led sleds carrying a life-saving vaccine through the Alaskan wilderness
- Bobbie, who journeyed 2,500 miles from Indiana, to return to his family in Oregon
- Belka and Strelka, the first dogs in space
- Chips, the most decorated war dog of WWII
- ... and so many more!

A fantastic gift for animal-lovers aged 8+.

Author Biography

Penelope Rich is a highly experienced and widely respected children's author with more than 40 information and activity books to her name.

Isabel Muñoz dreamed of painting for a living, and now she's proud to be the illustrator of several children books. Isabel works from a tiny and colorful studio in the north of Spain.