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1) Gizmo
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 32
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
After taking in Gizmo the Sheltie puppy, the Petersons learn this little puppy must have something to do before his energy destroys everything in Charles and Lizzie's house.
2) Cooper
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 35
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Charles meets Cooper, a spunky Corgi, while rehearsing for a play, and needs the little dog in order to stay comfortable while onstage.
3) Gus
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 37
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Mom Peterson has trouble finding a family good enough to adopt the adorable Labradoodle Gus.
4) Boomer
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 38
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
When Lizzie gets a call about a big, mixed-breed puppy that needs a place to stay, she must try to take care of him without ruining her mom's plans to have friends stay over for a long weekend.
Author
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Won Ton and his boy are enjoying a fine life until "Doom" arrives--a dog that is smelly and steals his dinner, but soon the disgruntled cat learns that his new family member might have some good points, too.
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 40
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Charles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. Their family fosters these young dogs, giving them love and proper care, until they can find the perfect forever home. Lizzie can't wait to get to her best friend Maria's cabin for some rest and relaxation. When they arrive, the girls discover a box of three puggle puppies waiting for them. Lizzie loves taking care of the sweet dogs but it is a lot of hard work. Will Lizzie be able to find these cute cuddly...
Author
Publisher
New American Library
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
"Lara Madigan has a gift: She can help you find your soul mate--your canine soul mate, that is. As a dog trainer with a soft spot for strays, she's found the perfect home for sulky Shih Tzus, broken-down Border collies, and diabolical Dalmatians. But while she'll always make room for one more rescue mutt, she's not sure she's ready to commit to another human being--especially after her long-term boyfriend drops the bomb: He's not a dog person. Horrified...
9) Patches
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 8
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
10) The rescue
Author
Publisher
Forge, a Tom Doherty Associates Book
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The Rescue is a gripping thriller that explores the strength of the human-animal bond and how far we will go to protect what we love by three-time Edgar Award winner and New York Times bestselling author T. Jefferson Parker. While reporting on a Tijuana animal shelter, journalist Bettina Blazak falls in love with one of her story's subjects-an adorable Mexican street dog who is being treated for a mysterious gunshot wound. Bettina impulsively adopts...
11) Waffles
Author
Series
Puppy place. Main series volume 68
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Waffles is exuberant, playful, and smart - maybe too smart! She's quite the escape artist and Lizzie has her hands full trying to keep tabs on her." --
12) Paws for love
Author
Series
Fur Haven Dog Park volume 3
Publisher
Sourcebooks Casablanca
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Danielle Morrow works tirelessly to rehabilitate retired racing greyhounds and help them find forever homes. She guards her heart as vigilantly as her two adopted greyhounds guard her home. One heartbreak per lifetime is enough for any woman. Knox Donovan expected to be career military, but an injury has resulted in an honorable discharge that leaves him uncertain of his future. He's back home with his brothers in Miami Beach, but he has no intention...
13) Ruby's new home
Author
Series
Publisher
Simon Spotlight
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Jordan, Justin, and Jade get a new dog, they must learn to share the work of caring for her, as well as her love.
14) Princess
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
When Charles discovers Princess, a cute but spoiled Yorkie puppy, he is determined to help her friend a new home where she can get the love and attention she needs.
15) Champ
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 43
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"When Charles goes to his father's softball game, the last thing he expects to find is a puppy to foster. But when he meets Champ, a German shepherd with a big heart, Charles knows that he has to take care of the dog. Can he help find this talented pup a forever home?"--Back cover.
16) Bonita
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 42
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
When her aunt returns from vacation with an injured puppy, Lizzie rallies her fellow pet foster friends to raise money for the pup's medical expenses, which involve an operation to save its life.
18) Chewy and Chica
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Charles and Lizzie Peterson love puppies. Their family fosters these young dogs, giving them love and proper care until they can find the perfect forever home. Charles can't stand how Lizzie acts like a know-it-all about dogs. Lizzie is older and thinks Charles should listen to what she says. So when twin Chihuahua puppies need help, it becomes a competition.
19) Moose
Author
Series
The puppy place. Main series volume 23
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Charles is determined to help Moose, a giant Great Dane puppy. The problem is that this huge pup is scared of everything--loud noises, other dogs, even his own shadow. Charles has his work cut out for him. Can he help Moose calm down in order to find the perfect forever home?"--P. [4] of cover.
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