According to the ASPCA, 37 to 47 percent of all US households have a dog, so there couldn’t be a more topical pet to learn about than dogs. This book is an essential read for any reader preparing to bring a dog into their home, connecting them in new ways to their pet through both understanding the dog’s needs and their own, new responsibilities. Full-color photographs and graphic organizers are paired with concise, practical information about caring for all a dog’s needs from morning to night, and birth to old age. The book includes a chart of popular dog breeds from largest to smallest and accompanying text on popular names for dogs!