Dogs and their People

by Anne Lambelet

As one girl walks home from school, she loves nothing more than to look at all the people and dogs she passes on the way. There are small people with tall dogs, people and dogs who share ice cream, and even pairs with matching mustachios. Some people are just like their dogs and some are very different, but no matter what, it’s clear that they’re the best of friends. When the girl finally makes it home, she has her own best friend waiting for her – and readers are in for a delightful surprise.

Amusing observations and charming illustrations highlight a parade of colorful characters in this celebration of man’s best friend. This showcase of delightful dogs and their people is perfect for every animal lover.

Genres: Picture Books, Dogs, Childrens, Pets, Fiction, Animals, Storytime

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2019

About the author

Anne Lambelet earned a bachelor’s degree in illustration from the University of the Arts longer ago now than she cares to admit. Since then she has worked with several clients including HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Scholastic and Hatchette Book Group.

She has illustrated many children’s books and has even written a few of her own including The Poisoned Apple (Page Street Kids, October 2020) and I am a Dumbo Octopus (Graphic Universe, March 2025).

She currently lives in Philadelphia with her husband, her two-year-old son, and her exceptionally fluffy dog, Eevee. She loves long jogs, listening to fantasy audiobooks, and she highly recommends that everyone attend the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at least once in their lives

Reviews

[Abigail]

A young girl takes the long way home from school is this charming picture-book from author/artist Anne Lambelet, observing all of the canine/human pairs she sees along the way. Some dogs look like their humans, and some don't, but every one seems to have found his perfect person. Eventually, the girls returns home, where her own animals companion (a cat
Delightfully quirky artwork is paired with an engaging look at our beloved canine companions in Dogs and Their People, the first title I have happened to pick up from Lambelet. The names of both human and dogs are likewise quirky - Augustus and Sir Archibald Pennyfarthing, Lord Banberry and O'Grady - and had a somewhat British feeling to me. Recommended to young dog lovers (or to cat lover!), and to anyone looking for fun new picture-book art.

[Engel Dreizehn]

It was cute hehe...reminded me of the scene in 101 Dalmatians where Pongo is comparing the owners to their dogs. Hehe it was interesting to see just how the dogs match with their humans in their own special way.

[Susan]

Very cute. My dog always sits on the bed while my kiddo and I are reading and we made sure to appreciate him a little bit more.

[Sirah]

Some people resemble their dogs. Others do not. But it's fun to see how they fit together.

This is a gentle little book that considers the world in a positive and thoughtful way. I love all the dogs too.

[Linda]

It was cute. Before shelving it in my library job, I made it a quick read. Little kids will giggle over the intersection cut they won't get the twist at the end. Slightly older kids will get it, so will the adults.


Great illustrations, I thought they looked French in terms of style.

[Ashley Adkins]

This book really reminded me of 101 Dalmatians. The text uses opposites to help direct the reader to different aspects in each illustration which is fun to look at. The illustrations are detailed on some pages and more simple on others. I really enjoyed the small surprise in the end.

[Guadalupe Arcibar]

The book was adorable and love the little twist at the end! Also, if you do a read aloud with the kids, it will make you want to ask questions through out the book. For example, what is going to happen next? Do you think she has a dog or another pet?

[Shelley]

Loved it! ❤️ A very cute story for dog lovers and pet owners alike! I found the illustrations to be very unique. The coloring (with lots of sepia-like tones), the style, and the clothing the characters wore, was very reminiscent of the roaring 20’s and 30’s. A very unique style!

[Nichole Stratton]

For some reason I am a complete sucker for this very niche topic of dogs "matching" their owners, so I did enjoy this book. But I probably would have not tried to give this book a character, (loose) plot, etc.

[Jessica Tracy]

The illustrations are so fun! The story isn't thrilling, but I like that it has lots of moments to be aware, observe, and even a little reflective.

I may or may not add this one to my personal library, but I will definitely utilize my library's copy!

[Debra]

Dog lovers will rejoice at this silly look at the similarities or differences of the dogs and the people along a student's walk home. I rejoiced at the names of these people within the text as much as the ornate and subtle similarities are displayed in the illustrations. Cute ending, as well.

[Selena]

Everyone enjoys watching people. The only thing that could make it better is adding dogs.

[Annese]

Hilarious!

[Tessa]

This is a cute story with charming vintage-style illustrations. I enjoyed it.

[Mary Hamer]

This book is just lovely! Perfect for dog lovers and people watchers. Loved the cute little twist at the end!

[Bob Meier]

Lots of fun and great illustrations!

[Rachel]

The illustrations really make this book, the text is a little bland but there is a nice twist at the end.

[Shannon]

So cute! Loved the story and artwork -- reminded me of the opening scene in 101 Dalmatians.

[Kris Dersch]

Adorable for both big and little dog lovers.

[Syntha Green]

loved the vintage feel of the illustrations

[Kayla]

Cute with lovely illustrations and a fun surprise ending.

[Andrea]

So cute! Loved the illustrations and the story. Surprise ending as well!!

[Lynn]

Cute illustrations and a fun ending.

[fruitcake]

Very much like the scene in 101 Dalmatians where Pongo is looking out the window at dogs and their humans. I didn’t care for the illustrations and the text was a bit dry. I loved the ending, though.

[Alien Carlier]

This book is very cute.

[Erin]

Not a story but a cute series of illustrations of people and their dogs who are and are not like them. Feels like it's been done before, though...

[Carol Krueger]

Perhaps people do look like their dogs or vice versa. Do, I look like my dog....

[Courtenay]

Loved how all the owners look like their dogs... didn't like the ending.

[Kathleen]

positively adorable!

[Ember Moto]

A picture book is a love letter to people and their pets, the ones who look like us and the ones who don't. Either way, they make our lives a little brighter.