Presents an introduction to animals that work, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on elephants, dogs, and horses that perform special jobs for humans.
Discusses the use of animals in films and television, their training and care both on and off the set, and the American Humane Association's monitoring of their treatment.
In this book, young readers will learn about therapy cats, dogs, and rabbits, and the special traits required of non-human caregivers and the places where these animals work.
Describes the experiences of service animals, looking at the history of animals as service workers, and discussing how they are selected and trained, and some of the areas in which they work.
Discusses the U.S. Navy's use of dolphins including dolphin behavior and training, tasks learned, participation in world conflicts, and the Navy's Marine Mammal Program.
