For the youth in your family who is a born animal lover, the best in dog fiction to wile away the hours.
1. Call of the Wild
Jack London's classic is still a favourite among adults and children. Buck, who was once a pampered valley dog, must learn to fend for himself in the Arctic cold.
2. White Fang
Once again Jack London brings the Arctic to life with this stunning tale of wolf-dog who goes from a bad situation to worse, only to be rescued and redeemed by a caring person. Beautifully written and illustrated, White Fang is still popular today.3. Where the Red Fern Grows
An unforgettable classic, Wilson Rawls brings you back in time to the Ozarks of Oklahoma, and shares with you the life of a boy and his faithful hounds.4. Shiloh
Phyllis Reynolds Neylor brings out compassion and sympathy as she tells the story of a young boy faced with an abused puppy and some serious ethical questions. A heart-warming tale of rescue.5. Shiloh Season
Shiloh's tale continues in this second book from Ms. Neylor. Eleven year old Marty and Shiloh meet up with Shiloh's former abusive owner, and Marty fears to lose his dog.6. Saving Shiloh
Shiloh returns in the third book of Ms. Neylor's series, a heart-warming conclusion, where Shiloh's former owner has landed in deep water, and proves to be human after all.7. Stone Fox
Authour John Reynolds Gardiner brings a destined-to-be classic book of a boy's determination to help his family, and his best friend, a dog who will help him succeed.8. Old Yeller
Written by Fred Gipson, Old Yeller lives in your heart forever. First read when I was eight years old, and read many times more over the years, this is my favourite book out of them all. A very touching tale of supposedly stray dog who makes himself invaluable to the people who take him in.9. The Incredible Journey
Sheila Burnford's, The Incredible Journey is already a favourite with millions. The tale of two dogs and a cat, who try to find their way home is a delightful read for all ages.10. One Golden Year: A Story of a Golden Retriever
Coleen Hubbard's heart-warming story of a family who raise and train a Golden Retriever to become a service dog for a disabled girl.