Book Series · 3 Books

Dogs with a Purpose Books

In order from Ripley to Ripley: Fire Station Five.

The Dogs with a Purpose series is a set of 3 chapter books by W. Bruce Cameron, published between 2023 and 2025. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 300 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$858

Book #2 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Ripley

By W. Bruce Cameron

A brave puppy must prove himself at a fire station, facing danger and learning the true meaning of rescue.

320 pages· 58,661 words· Est. 8 hour read

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In reading order

Dogs with a Purpose Series

3 books · Published 2023–2025

#2 in Series

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$858

Ripley

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

A brave puppy must prove himself at a fire station, facing danger and learning the true meaning of rescue.

Series

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$1697

Zeus: Water Rescue

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A puppy's dream to be a rescue dog tests his bond with a young boy.

Series

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$1697

Ripley: Fire Station Five

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

A brave puppy must prove himself at a fire station and help a girl face her fears.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Dogs with a Purpose series?

There are 3 books in the Dogs with a Purpose series. It began with Ripley in 2025, and the newest book, Ripley: Fire Station Five, was published in 2024.