Washoe County Library System

Presents a variety of stories about working and rescue dogs who help humans in many ways, such as those involved in the work at the World Trade Center site after the disaster of September 11, 2001.

"Learn how animals can be trained to detect diseases in humans."--

"A dog's nose is 300 times more powerful than a human nose, so it's no wonder that dogs use their incredibly advanced sense of smell to do some very important jobs. Dorothy Hinshaw Patent explores the various ways specific dogs have put their super sniffing ability to use: from bedbug sniffers to explosive detectors to life-saving allergy detectors...and more. This dynamic photo-essay includes first-hand accounts from the people who work closely with...

"Readers will discover how detection dogs are able to use their noses to find everything from people, both alive and dead, to explosives to . . . whale poop. These working dogs work to please, work to play, and work for love."--

An introduction to the smallest of all dog breeds, covering its history, development, habits, and required care.

Discusses the history, physical characteristics, care, and breeding of this dog known for its distinctive spots.

An introduction to the Rottweiler, which includes its history, development, uses, and care.

An introduction to a loyal breed sometimes used as a war dog, including its history, development, uses, and care.

Discusses the history, physical characteristics, care, and breeding of this dog, one of the largest breeds in the world.