If you loved
Books like Dogs
A frantic, silly, and slightly irreverent dash alongside three pups on an urgent, high-energy mission. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Dogs.
- chaotic
- lighthearted
- energetic
- zany
- 01
Stick dog
Tom Watson
A hilarious, food-obsessed romp following a pack of goofy dogs on a single-minded culinary mission.
- 02
This book just ate my dog!
Richard Byrne
A brilliantly interactive, fourth-wall-breaking romp that turns the physical structure of the book itself into a hilarious obstacle course.
- 03
Go home Flash
Ruth Paul
A bouncy, energetic romp through a puppy's mischievous day that ends with a warm, loving reunion.
- 04
Nothing at all
Wanda Gág · 1941
A gentle, magical exploration of an unseen puppy's earnest quest to be noticed and loved.
- 05
Love Is My Favorite Thing
Emma Chichester Clark
A warm, energetic picture book that captures the chaotic joy of a dog whose heart is just a little too big.
- 06
The pigeon wants a puppy!
Mo Willems
A hilarious, high-energy masterclass in toddler-esque bargaining and the sudden regret of getting exactly what you asked for.
- 07
Walter, the farting dog
William Kotzwinkle and Glenn Murray · 2001
A hilarious, unapologetic celebration of loving our pets, flaws, smells, and all.
- 08
My father, the dog
Elizabeth Bluemle
A delightfully silly exploration of the funny little habits that make our parents who they are.
- 09
Joe's lost home (Leveled books)
Ted P Skimmer
A sweet, confidence-building mini-adventure about a little dog navigating his way back to the safety of home.
- 10
Biscuit Goes to School
Alyssa Satin Capucilli
A cheerful, tail-wagging journey into the classroom that turns an ordinary school day into a playful adventure.
- 11
Molly's Story
W. Bruce Cameron
A tender, secretive exploration of the fierce loyalty and quiet comfort found in a forbidden friendship with a dog.
- 12
Dogs don't tell jokes
Louis Sachar
A funny, tender exploration of what happens when the class clown finally decides to take himself seriously.
