Book Series · 3 Books

Guinea Dog Books

In order from Guinea Dog to Guinea Dog 3.

Guinea Dog
Guinea Dog 2
Guinea Dog 3
Guinea Dog
Guinea Dog 2
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Guinea Dog
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$759
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2010

Guinea Dog

By Patrick Jennings

A boy wants a dog but his parents get him a guinea pig instead.

200 pages· 27,557 words· Est. 5 hour read
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Summary: Rufus dreams of a dog, but his dad's objections are endless. When his mom brings home a guinea pig instead, Rufus is disappointed—until the guinea pig starts behaving like a dog. Barking, biting, and even eating homework, this unexpected pet turns Rufus's world upside down. Can Rufus handle the chaos of a guinea pig that thinks it's a dog, or will his dream pet become a nightmare? Discover the hilarious and heartwarming journey of a boy and his unconventional companion.
In reading order

Guinea Dog Series

3 books · Published 2010–2014

#1
Guinea Dog
Sale price
$759

Guinea Dog

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2010

A boy wants a dog but his parents get him a guinea pig instead.

#2
Guinea Dog 2
Sale price
$699

Guinea Dog 2

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2013

A boy's guinea pig acts like a dog, causing chaos and unwanted attention at school.

#3
Guinea Dog 3
Sale price
$674

Guinea Dog 3

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2014

A young boy struggles to cope with his eccentric family and their chaotic summer camping trip.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Guinea Dog series?

There are 3 books in the Guinea Dog series. It began with Guinea Dog in 2010, and the newest book, Guinea Dog 3, was published in 2014.

What order should you read the Guinea Dog books in?

Start with Guinea Dog and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Guinea Dog books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Guinea Dog book is the longest?

Guinea Dog is the longest book in the series at 27,557 words (200 pages).

Which Guinea Dog book is the shortest?

Guinea Dog 3 is the shortest at 23,852 words (176 pages).

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