Children encounter dogs wherever they go: in the park, on the sidewalk,
at their friends' homes. Sometimes it's love at first sight, on both
sides--but not always. The right way for a child to approach a dog to
ensure that the first connection is a complete success begins with this
question to the owner: "May I pet your dog?" Using Harry the dachshund
as a gentle guide, Stephanie Calmenson addresses this valuable yet
overlooked topic with care and precision, and Jan Ormerod's warm
illustrations portray a wide variety of breeds and personalities and
depict situations that are realistic but never scary. Unique and
straightforward, this is the essential guide to bringing children and
dogs together--for kids and parents alike.