The Smell of Wet Dog

By Barney Saltzberg

Explore the humorous and poignant world of dogs through playful poetry.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into a whimsical collection of poems celebrating the quirks and charms of our furry friends. From the unmistakable scent of a wet dog to the tender moments of aging companions, each verse captures the essence of canine life. With humor reminiscent of Shel Silverstein and touching reflections on loyalty and love, this book invites readers to laugh, ponder, and perhaps pen their own ode to a beloved pet. Perfect for dog lovers and the dog-curious alike, these poems promise to delight and inspire.

From the publisher

Equal parts heart-melting and stinky, The Smell of Wet Dog is a must-have illustrated poetry book for every young canine fan. The smell of wet dog is not a good smell.When a dog is wet it’s easy to tell.Imagine moose and skunk perfume.An odiferous stench, a paint-peeling plume. Beloved author and illustrator Barney Saltzberg offers up twenty-seven poems on the evergreen topic of human’s best friend. Many have all the humor of a Shel Silverstein classic. Others are unexpectedly poignant, about separation anxiety or older dogs growing less spry. All are accompanied by Saltzberg’s lively and loveable artwork. Whether you are a dog lover, love a dog lover, or are simply dog-curious, The Smell of Wet Dog is for someone in your life. One thing’s for sure: You’ll leave this book inspired to write an ode to a furry friend of your own! A Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the YearA Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionWinner of the Bank Street Children’s Book Committee Claudia Lewis Award for Younger Poetry

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