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The best dog ever

By Smriti Halls

Max can’t obey like other dogs—but could his very differences make him wonderfully special?

playful · rhyming · funny · heart-warming

Genres

Animals Feelings/Wellbeing Poetry/Verse

What is The best dog ever about?

Max wishes he were a different dog: fluffier, cleverer, louder and better at following instructions. He cannot sit, heel, fetch or even come back when called. But Max’s owner loves him just as he is. As Max compares himself with other dogs, he begins to discover that being different can be wonderful. This playful rhyming picture book celebrates self-confidence, individuality and the special bond between children and their much-loved pets.

About the author

Smriti Halls is a much-loved author who writes warm and wonderful stories for children. She is best known for her book 'Rain Before Rainbows', which inspires hope and friendship. Smriti enjoys making up stories that help children explore their feelings and the world around them. She hopes her books make you smile and think.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2026

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