Helping Paws: Dogs That Serve (level 4)

by Melinda Luke, Marcy Dunn Ramsey (Illustrator)

An inspiring and heartwarming introduction to the many roles of service dogs, from herders and sled-pullers to search-and-rescue, hearing, and guide dogs.

Starting with lively and easy-to-understand explanations of a dog's senses, the author describes roles of canines long ago (such as the use of dog power to transport goods) and in contemporary from herders and hunters to police dogs, military dogs (including scout, messenger, and even parachuting dogs), search-and-rescue dogs, and traditional service dogs (the training and role of guide dogs, hearing dogs, canine assistants, seizure dogs, and therapy dogs). Vibrant illustrations throughout the book show a variety of breeds working in their jobs and helping people.

40 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2002

About the author

Melinda Luke has been writing and editing books for young readers for many years. A mother of two teenage daughters, she lives on a small farm in southwestern Connecticut with horses, dogs, cats, poultry, and a talking parrot. She enjoys writing nonfiction with a special interest in plants, animals, and life sciences.