Dog Man - Lord of the Fleas

What do our readers think of Dog Man - Lord of the Fleas? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the story funny, exciting and full of characters they enjoy, especially Dog Man and Petey. Some children say it becomes less entertaining after they read it several times.

What does the Pageticker team say about Dog Man - Lord of the Fleas?

Another lively, accessible Dog Man packed with the trademark visual jokes, energetic action and memorable characters. Its strongest theme is the possibility of change, as Petey faces the challenge of choosing kindness over revenge. It suits children who enjoy silly superhero adventures and comic-book storytelling, although parents and carers may wish to consider its cartoon peril, slapstick violence and occasional toilet humour.

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What is Dog Man - Lord of the Fleas about?

When a new gang of villains wreaks havoc in town, Dog Man leaps into action. This time, he's not alone—teaming up with a charming kitten and an extraordinary robot. Together, they must join forces with the unlikeliest of allies: Petey, the World's Most Evil Cat. Can Petey resist revenge and choose the path of virtue?

About the author

Dav Pilkey is a much-loved author and illustrator from the United States. He is best known for creating the hilarious 'Captain Underpants' and 'Dog Man' books. Dav enjoys making stories that make children laugh and inspire them to be creative. His books are full of fun adventures and silly characters that many children enjoy reading.

Discussion ideas around Dog Man - Lord of the Fleas

Second chances: Petey is given the chance to make different choices. What might help someone change their behaviour, and can one good choice make up for past mistakes?

Working together: Dog Man, the kitten, the robot and Petey have very different personalities. How do their differences help them when they work as a team?

Revenge or fairness?: Why might someone want revenge, and what could happen if they choose forgiveness instead?

Heroes and villains: What makes someone a hero in this story: being powerful, being brave, helping others or something else?

Comic-book storytelling: How do the pictures, speech bubbles and visual jokes help to tell the story, and which part would be harder to understand without the illustrations?