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Please Look After This Dog: A Guide to Taking Care of Me

Please Look After This Dog: A Guide to Taking Care of Me

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Author(s)

Kasia Antczak

Co-Authors / Illustrators

Kasia Fryza

Publisher

Post Wave

Genre(s)

Age Range

Release Date

October 07, 2025

ISBN

979-8895090251

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Meet Spot, a Dalmatian who knows everything there is to know about caring for dogs!

Hi, I’m Spot the dog!

I’m going to teach you everything you need to know about your canine companions, from playing and training, to napping and walks. I break down all the basics of caring for your pet and have solutions for all your doggy dilemmas. So, settle in and become a genius on all things dog!

KID-FRIENDLY GUIDE BOOK: Packed with the most important tips for how kids can best care for their canine companions

FULLY ILLUSTRATED: Colorful, fun illustrations illustrate each tip in an easy-to-understand way.

Editor review

1 review

Great guide to dog care

October 12, 2025 (Updated: June 21, 2026)

Overall rating

4.0

Writing Style

4.0

Illustrations/Photos (if applicable)

4.0

Learning Value

4.0

Spot the dog wants young readers to not just know how to take care of dogs, but to understand the needs of their furry friends. In two page spreads, we first learn what your dog might be thinking or feeling, and then how humans can help. This is explained in the front of the book, which is a really wonderful inclusion. Topics covered include what to feed a dog, how to make sure your dog is comfortable and can get enough rest, what to do in case your pooch is ailing, and how to make sure a dog's potty needs are met. There are also pages about a dog's mental well being, with advice on how to comfort them during storms, when to give them space, and how to deal with barking and squirrel chasing. The last page even addresses the needs of older pets, and how to make them happy when they can no longer be as active as they were.

Good Points

The illustrations are very colorful, with combinations like pink and yellow or red and turquoise, with lots of black line accents. The main text is in a larger font, and there is just enough to make this book suitable for a read aloud, while the details of how to take care of a pet are in slightly smaller print, in case a child is reading this book independently and wants to know more about exactly how to meet a pet's needs.

Even though the drawings are simple, Spot's expressions are rather humorous, which adds a touch of levity to a serious topic. This would be a great book to read to children who really want a pet, so that they can understand how much work is involved.

Pets are great for children, but there is a learning curve for understanding and dealing with them. Help young Readers find out how to best deal with dogs by reading them this great guide, along with Sekaninova and Wolf's Dogs Are Great BUT (It's Great to Have a Pet) or Miles' slightly longer but very thorough The Puppy Place: A Guide to Puppies.