Books About Companion Animals

The Best Companion Animals Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about companion animals? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Companion Animals

Behind the Picket Fence
Chapter Book · 2024

Behind the Picket Fence

A teenager with a seemingly perfect suburban life finds herself on the brink.

228 pages· 1,892 words
4.3 Goodreads · 188 ratings
Paperback
Summary: Mallory seems to have the suburban American dream, yet she has a hard time living and ends up on the brink of death. Told from the points of view of the people around her, including her boyfriend, her best friend and her family, this novel asks what happens when a life that looks perfect from the outside becomes too hard to bear.
Cranky Chicken
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Cranky Chicken

A cranky chicken befriends a worm and learns to appreciate the value of friendship and companionship.

116 pages· 1,174 words· Est. 18 min read
4.2 Goodreads · 858 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Cranky Chicken, with her grumpy demeanor, meets Speedy, an optimistic worm eager for friendship. As they embark on three laugh-out-loud adventures, can Speedy's sunny outlook transform Chicken's cranky ways? Discover how this unlikely duo navigates the ups and downs of friendship, proving that even the grumpiest can find joy with the right companion. Will Chicken learn to see the bright side, or will her crankiness prevail? Join their journey to find out!
Bulldogs
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$2845
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016

Bulldogs

Discover why bulldogs are beloved family companions.

24 pages· 483 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 11 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Explore the world of bulldogs, known for their stout build and endearing devotion. Uncover how these snoring, slobbering companions became cherished family favorites. Perfect for young readers eager to learn more.
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