THE WORLD OF DOGS

You’ve met people from all over the world with FACES, but what about dogs? Cozy up to man’s best friend in this month’s issue. You’ll find out about some of the 300 different breeds of dogs, from home-loving pugs to dogs that sing, climb trees, fight crime, pull sleds, hunt, swim, rescue people, and even go into outer space.  Explore the origins of the dogs we know and love, read about their starring roles in myth and legend, and read bios of extraordinary real dogs in articles such as: 

When Did Dogs Become Man’s Best Friend? By Christine Graf

Dogs from Here, There, and Everywhere by Marcia Amidon Lusted

Myths, Gods, and Dog Stars by Marcia Amidon Lusted

Holiday Just for Dogs! by Colette Weil Parrinello

On Your Mark, Get Set… Mush! by Sherry Shahan

Hachiko: Dog of Japan by M. R. Street

Crime Fighting Dogs by Colette Weil Parrinello

Ashes is Serious About Her Work by Colette Weil Parrinello

The Dogs in Spain by Amy Roy

The Night the Dogs Danced, a play based on an Iroquois legend, retold by Pat Betteley

 Regular features include: High 5, At a Glance, Critter Corner, Where in the World?, Face Facts, Art Connection, Editor’s Pick, Say What? One Last Face, and a crossword puzzle. Submit your own dog portraits for our monthly contest!