Just Dog

by Hiawyn Oram, Lisa Flather (Illustrator)

Dog was a dog and that's what everyone called him-Dog. Just . . . Dog. But Dog is sure he deserves a more exciting name, and he sets out to prove it, much to the amusement of a cat named Midnight. In this warm and reassuring story, Dog reminds us all of the importance of being happy with who we are.

Genres: Dogs, Picture Books, Childrens, Humor, Fiction, Animals

32 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1998

About the author

Hiawyn Oram is a very successful author of children's books in Britain. Her books include the popular Not-So-Grizzly Bear Stories, the Animal Heroes series, and Mona the Vampire. She lives in London.

Reviews

[Cathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very cute picture book for the little ones. Dog wants a fancy name but learns to appreciate his own. Funny and sweet.

[May Kathryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Be careful on what you wish for. You just might get…and end up not liking it.

Apparently, dogs are no exemption from this saying. At least according to this book.

Cute story. Too bad his hoomans aren’t the creative type.

[Jc · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sometimes the simplest name for a dog is the best.

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely story.

[Holly Martin · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is a great picture book to read to younger children as the visuals within te book will engage childens interest. The book also has a great message within, it tells the story of a dog named Dog. The story follows him as he tries to get himself a new name, however as the story goes on it shows that Dog is happy with his name. The moral of the story shows children that it is important to be happy with who you are. A great story that could be used to demonstrate the importance of being confortable with who you are.

[Jenna · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this story, a dog is tired of only being called "Dog". So he does whatever he can to earn a new name. When his owners decide to give him a new name, Dog decides his name suits him fine. A great read for younger children!

[Jacqueline115 · Rating 5 out of 5]

really cute story :)

[Ethan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I loved it. I thought the cat was cute.