Books About Dog Shows

The Best Dog Shows Books for Kids

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Dog Shows

Chapter Book · 2016

Fizz and the Show Dog Jewel Thief

By Lesley Gibbes, Stephen Michael King (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Fizz series

A small police dog goes undercover at a dog show to catch a tiara thief.

80 pages· 5,389 words

4.3 Goodreads · 125 ratings

Paperback

Summary: Fizz, a small, fluffy police dog, takes on his first case. The winner's tiara has been stolen at the last three show dog championships, so Fizz goes deep undercover as a contestant at the Pemberley Show Dog Trials. With police dog Remi, he has to perform at his best to catch the thief red-handed.

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$759

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Sit, Stay, Love

Wish series

A girl must save a pug from a life of showbiz while confronting unexpected feelings.

256 pages· 40,289 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 1,217 ratings

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Paperback

Summary: Cecilia Murray's dream dog, a pug named Potato, is adopted by Eric Chung, a school rival aiming for show-dog fame. Determined to save Potato from a glitzy life, Cecilia plots against Eric. Yet, as she spends time with them, her views on dog shows and Eric begin to shift. Can she rescue Potato and follow her heart?

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$958

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Alice-Miranda to the Rescue

By Jacqueline Harvey · Book #13 in the Alice-Miranda series

A dog show, a wedding, and a mystery—can they save the day?

336 pages

4.4 Goodreads · 270 ratings

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Paperback

Summary: At Winchesterfield-Downsfordvale, Alice-Miranda is thrilled by a new term filled with excitement: a rescued dog, a teacher wedding, and the village's largest dog show. But when the venue changes and strange characters arrive, Alice-Miranda and Millie uncover a troubling secret. Can they unravel the mystery and save the day before it's too late?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

Champ

By Marcia Thornton Jones

A dog teaches Riley there's more to life than baseball.

187 pages· 32,335 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 418 ratings

Paperback

Summary: Riley's world revolves around baseball until he meets Champ, a three-legged dog with a heart full of courage. As they form an unexpected bond, Riley begins to see life beyond the diamond. Can this unlikely duo navigate the challenges ahead and discover what truly matters? Join Riley and Champ on a journey of friendship and self-discovery that will change everything.

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007

The Fashion Disaster

By Carolyn Keene, Macky Pamintuan (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew series

A dog show turns into a mystery when gourmet biscuits vanish.

88 pages· 9,304 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 708 ratings

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Summary: Nancy and the Clue Crew are thrilled about River Heights' first dog fashion show, especially since Nancy's puppy, Chocolate Chip, is a model. But chaos ensues when a basket of gourmet dog biscuits, meant for the star poodle Lola, is stolen. With the event's success and the shelter's funds at stake, can Nancy solve the mystery and catch the biscuit thief before the show ends?

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

The Stolen Show

By Carolyn Keene · Book #18 in the Nancy Drew Diaries series

Teen sleuths uncover jewel smuggling at a dog show. Can they outsmart the thieves?

192 pages· 30,318 words· Est. 4 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 707 ratings

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Summary: Nancy Drew and her friends, Bess and George, head to Montreal for a dog show, only to stumble upon a jewel smuggling ring. As they dig deeper, the thieves grow uneasy with Nancy's probing. With threats looming, can Nancy solve the mystery and keep her friends safe, or will the case prove too dangerous? Discover the secrets hidden in the world of competitive dog shows and the unexpected twists that await.

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2003

Flawed Dogs

By Berkeley Breathed

A dachshund seeks revenge and redemption at a dog show after being framed.

240 pages· 30,388 words· Est. 4 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 2,353 ratings

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Summary: Sam, a prized dachshund, is Heidy's only friend in a lonely world. Wrongly accused by a jealous poodle, Sam is cast out and must navigate the harsh streets. With a soup ladle for a leg, he befriends other strays and plots revenge at the Westminster Dog Show. But when he unexpectedly reunites with Heidy, will his plans change? Discover a tale of friendship, betrayal, and unexpected twists.

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$759

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1993

The Mystery at the Dog Show

Book #35 in the The Boxcar Children series

Mysterious pranks disrupt a dog show. Can the kids uncover the truth?

128 pages· 16,083 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

3.9 Goodreads · 1,035 ratings

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Summary: At Greenfield's inaugural dog show, the Alden children encounter a variety of dogs, from Dalmatians to sheepdogs. But when bizarre pranks threaten the event, the kids must unravel the mystery. Can they identify the prankster and restore order before it's too late?

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$1697

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2012

Carl at the Dog Show

By Alexandra Day · Good Dog Carl series

Carl and Madeleine explore a dog show, causing chaos and fun while avoiding detection.

40 pages

3.8 Goodreads · 197 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: At the dog show, Carl and Madeleine are supposed to meet their mom, but curiosity leads them astray. They groom dogs, snack, and create their own agility course, all while staying unnoticed. Will their antics go undetected, or will they get caught in their playful mischief?

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$379

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

The Mystery of the Missing Dog

By Elizabeth Levy, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Invisible Inc. series

An invisible dog vanishes. Can young sleuths solve the mystery?

48 pages

3.5 Goodreads · 56 ratings

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Summary: At a local show, an invisible dog mysteriously disappears. The young detectives of Invisible Inc. must rely on their unseen ally to unravel the enigma. Can they uncover the truth before it's too late?

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