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Merl the cat’s pampered life is turned upside down when a golden retriever puppy moves into the house. With hilarious illustrations by Caldec... read full description

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Feb 19, 2011
Sarah rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Harriet picked My Big Dog by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel on a recent trip to the library. She initially chose it for the cute Golden Retriever face on the cover but ended up loving it because it's the story of a cat who doesn't want to learn how to live with a dog.

As soon as we cracked the book open and saw that the narrator was a cat talking about he does not want to share his home with a dog, we were in love. We were also reminded of another favorite, Alice: the Cat Who More...
Jan 06, 2011
Michael rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This is a funny story with hilarious illustrations about a small, slobbery dog who invades a cat's house. This small, slobbery dog is loving, but a pest, and he grows into a big, slobbery dog. And finally the cat, Merl, has had enough. It's a silly tale, but very fun to read aloud. Our girls laughed out loud at their antics
Apr 12, 2010
Dolly rated it: 4 of 5 stars
This is a funny story with hilarious illustrations about a small, slobbery dog who invades a cat's house. This small, slobbery dog is loving, but a pest, and he grows into a big, slobbery dog. And finally the cat, Merl, has had enough. It's a silly tale, but very fun to read aloud. Our girls laughed out loud at their antics.
Jun 09, 2011
Nicole rated it: 5 of 5 stars
A cat's world is turned upside down when a puppy moves in. Great serendipity to read on the same night as Bad Kitty
Sep 18, 2010
Sarah rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Good story about a cat and the dog who grows on her, now if only my dogs and cat would get along this well. There was no hissing or scratching or barking anywhere in this story, so maybe it isn't too realistic.
Mar 07, 2011
Abbi added it
Merls house was PERFECT. Everything he had was clean, brand new, and fancy. when there's a new comer he tries to run away and his new "partner in crime" is really just evil
Jul 21, 2011
Storytime rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Story told by a cat. Good story/expresive cat makes fun to read.

Activities:
Dog Training
Where has My Little Dog Gone w/ felt board game

Craft:
Dog Puppet
Aug 28, 2009
Cymiki rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Told from the cat's point of view and what an opinionated cat Merl is! Find out how Merl feels about the new addition to the family.
Jul 20, 2009
Sue rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great picture book. Great illustrations & humor. Good for lovers of spoiled cats & gentle dogs.
Aug 21, 2009
One look at the face on the cover, and you will love this book. Merl the spoiled cat is hilarious!
Feb 03, 2012
LPL added it
Merl the Cat has the perfect home until the arrival of a puppy!
Mar 01, 2011
Nicole added it
The characters look like Fergy and Max!
May 17, 2011
Gina rated it: 4 of 5 stars
The kids love this book!
Jan 14, 2011
Bobbie added it
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Mar 11, 2010
melissa rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This reminded me so much of my pets.
Feb 04, 2012
Donna rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jan 26, 2012
Igraine added it
Jan 18, 2012
Chrislin rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Dec 30, 2011
Sallie rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Dec 29, 2011
Shelly marked it as to-read
Dec 26, 2011
Kelsey added it
Jan 12, 2012
Gary rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Nov 11, 2011
Erica rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Nov 03, 2011
Beverly added it
Oct 12, 2011
Allisa marked it as to-read
Oct 12, 2011
Paclements rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jan 11, 2012
Hannah rated it: 2 of 5 stars
Oct 10, 2011
Jessica rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Oct 10, 2011
Andrew rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Oct 08, 2011
Tisha rated it: 4 of 5 stars