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Can I Be Your Dog?

by Troy Cummings

A dog makes his case by letter

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  • Bestseller

    New York Times bestselling picture book

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A dog makes his case by letter

Arfy, a homeless dog living in an alley, writes to the people on Butternut Street to explain why he could make a good pet. The story’s letter-by-letter format gives each appeal a clear place in the search for a home, while also introducing different forms of written communication. Adoption and the hopes of a dog seeking a family anchor this picture book’s premise.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 interested in dogs and pet adoption
  • Families talking with young children about finding a home for an animal
  • Parents and teachers seeking a picture book that features letter writing

Themes

Dog adoptionFinding a homeWritten communication

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Book overview

A heart-tugging dog adoption story told through letters from a dog as he seeks a forever home! The New York Times bestselling picture book that was featured on THE TODAY SHOW is now in paperback!

Arfy is a homeless mutt who lives in a box in an alley. Arfy writes to every person on Butternut Street about what a great pet he'd make. His letters to prospective owners share that he's house broken! He has his own squeaky bone! He can learn to live with cats! But, no one wants him. Won't anyone open their heart--and home--to a lonesome dog? Readers will be happily surprised to learn just who steps up to adopt Arfy.

Troy Cummings's hilarious and touching story is a perfect gift for a child wanting a dog, and for pet adoption advocates. It also showcases many different styles of letter writing, making it appealing to parents and teachers looking to teach the lost art of written communication.

"It's an instant classic in our household." --#1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas
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