Still adjusting to life with diabetes, Emily and her diabetic alert dog go on a backcountry ski trip with her dad--but when an avalanche separates her from her father Emily is faced with a struggle for survival, especially after her food and insulin runs out.
Rossi is a yellow Labrador retriever in training to be a service dog like his great-grandma, Roselle, who was at the World Trade Center on 9/11--but sometimes he finds it difficult to focus on his job, and would rather be chasing tennis balls.
"Learn all about Labrador retriever puppies! Discover fascinating facts: what three colors are most labs, do they like being in the water, and why are they called retrievers"--Provided by publisher.
The author presents a tender story of his family's love for their golden retriever, Marley, and recalls how he grew from a mischievous puppy into a nearly impossible adult that no amount of obedience school training could correct, and of the love they felt for him.
"Megan is really excited about moving. She can't wait to take her lively yellow Labrador puppy, Kiki, for walks in the woods near their new house. But Mom and Dad are worried that Kiki is getting in the way, so Grandma offers to take care of her during the move. Megan and Kiki have never been separated before. Megan misses her puppy so much--and Kiki will do anything to get home to Megan"--Back cover.
Twelve-year-old Hailey has high expectations for her family's annual duck hunt, but between her excitable young dog Cocoa ruining several shots and a strained family dynamic she learns that wanting a certain outcome does not guarantee it.
Describes the history, physical traits, behaviors, and uses of Labrador retrievers. Includes fact boxes, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
"Learn all about Labrador retriever puppies! Discover . . . facts: what three colors are most labs, do they like being in the water, and why are they called retrievers"--Provided by publisher.
