Petting a dog, running with her, playing fetch, or rubbing her belly reminds us of the importance of the friendship between people and their canine pets. Young readers learn all there is to know about their furry pals with this book. What makes them different from one another? What’s under the skin of a yellow Labrador retriever? These are some of the questions answered here. From beagles and basenjis to salukis and Samoyeds, Uncover a Dog takes an inside look at the special anatomical and behavioral characteristics that make dogs our most trusted and lovable animal companions.