Paws of courage : true tales of heroic dogs that protect and serve / Nancy Furstinger ; foreword by Ronald L. Aiello, President of the U.S. War Dogs Association.
Modern wars recruit more than just human soldiers. Our canine companions also serve in the line of duty and under fire, whether helping police protect our home turf or accompanying soldiers on missions abroad. Readers will cheer for the hero dogs featured in this collection, profiled with stunning photos and inspiring tales of bravery, friendship, heroism, and devotion.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781426323775
- ISBN: 1426323778
- ISBN: 9781426323782
- ISBN: 1426323786
- Physical Description: 157 pages : color illustrations ; 18 cm
- Publisher: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2016].
- Copyright: ©2016
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 156-157).
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Historic hounds -- Battlefield partners -- To the rescue -- Leaders of the pack -- Canine protectors -- The final woof -- Sniff out more!
- Target Audience Note:
- Ages 10+1110L Lexile
- Study Program Information Note:
- Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.4 3 182202.
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| Albemarle Main Library | J 636.7 Fur (Text) | 31010000632739 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
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| Forsyth Central | J636.7 F (Text) | 0112521345987 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
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Modern wars recruit more than just human soldiers. Our canine companions also serve in the line of duty and under fire, whether helping police protect our home turf or accompanying soldiers on missions abroad. Readers will cheer for the hero dogs featured in this collection, profiled with stunning photos and inspiring tales of bravery, friendship, heroism, and devotion.
