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Dog Heaven by Cynthia Rylant (1995, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherScholastic, Incorporated
ISBN-100590417010
ISBN-139780590417013
eBay Product ID (ePID)861304
Product Key Features
Book TitleDog Heaven
Number of Pages40 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1995
TopicAnimals / Dogs, Social Themes / Death & Dying, General, Social Themes / Emotions & Feelings
IllustratorRylant, Cynthia, Yes
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorCynthia Rylant
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.3 in
Item Weight15.2 Oz
Item Length12.3 in
Item Width8.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN94-040950
Reviews"Pure, tender, lyrical without being overearnest, and deeply felt." -- Kirkus -- pointer review "The reassuring story might comfort a child after the loss of a pet, but this pleasant, imaginary paradise will have a broader appeal to all animal lovers." -- School Library Journal "The bright acrylic paintings are Rylant's debut as a picture-book painter... they mesh beautifully with the innocence of the text... a book for parent-child sharing." - Booklist, "Pure, tender, lyrical without being overearnest, and deeply felt." - Kirkus - pointer review "The reassuring story might comfort a child after the loss of a pet, but this pleasent, imaginary paradise will have a broader appeal to all animal lovers." - SLJ "The bright acrylic paintings are Rylant's debut as a picture-book painter... they mesh beautifully with the innocence of the text a book for parent-child sharing." - Booklist, "Pure, tender, lyrical without being overearnest, and deeply felt." - Kirkus - pointer review"The reassuring story might comfort a child after the loss of a pet, but this pleasant, imaginary paradise will have a broader appeal to all animal lovers." - SLJ"The bright acrylic paintings are Rylant's debut as a picture-book painter... they mesh beautifully with the innocence of the text... a book for parent-child sharing." - Booklist, "Pure, tender, lyrical without being overearnest, and deeply felt." - Kirkus - pointer review "The reassuring story might comfort a child after the loss of a pet, but this pleasant, imaginary paradise will have a broader appeal to all animal lovers." - SLJ "The bright acrylic paintings are Rylant's debut as a picture-book painter... they mesh beautifully with the innocence of the text... a book for parent-child sharing." - Booklist
Dewey Edition20
Grade FromPreschool
Dewey DecimalJUV
Grade ToSecond Grade
SynopsisA comforting and playful exploration of a beloved dog's journey after a happy life on Earth. In Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant's classic bestseller, the author comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog, as she did for cats in the bestselling companion book, CAT HEAVEN. Recommended highly by pet lovers around the world, DOG HEAVEN not only comforts but also brings a tear to anyone who is devoted to a pet. From expansive fields where dogs can run and run to delicious biscuits no dog can resist, Rylant paints a warm and affectionate picture of the ideal place God would, of course, create for man's best friend. The first picture book illustrated by the author, Dog Heaven is enhanced by Rylant's bright, bold paintings that perfectly capture an afterlife sure to bring solace to anyone who is grieving., A comforting and playful exploration of a beloved dog's journey after a happy life on Earth. In Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant's classic bestseller, the author comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog, as she did for cats in the bestselling companion book, Cat Heaven . Recommended highly by pet lovers around the world, Dog Heaven not only comforts but also brings a tear to anyone who is devoted to a pet. From expansive fields where dogs can run and run to delicious biscuits no dog can resist, Rylant paints a warm and affectionate picture of the ideal place God would, of course, create for man's best friend. The first picture book illustrated by the author, Dog Heaven is enhanced by Rylant's bright, bold paintings that perfectly capture an afterlife sure to bring solace to anyone who is grieving.
LC Classification NumberPZ7.R982Do 1995
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- Jul 16, 2019Top favorable review
comforting and easy read for children.
My granddaughter is five years old and after 16 years she lost her little Yorky Pooh. It is very sad for the whole family but I believe this book comforted her a little. I’m sure she enjoyed it and her mom and dad were pleased that I sent it to her. Thank you very muchVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 05, 2016Top critical review
Dog Heaven
This book was recommended by an APHE member and I just lost my baby so I purchased it. I was shocked to read God feeding ham sandwiches to the dogs. Don't all animals become living beings in heaven or is God slaughtering pigs? I know there are kids bright enough to question this as I teach gifted. This us the reason for my okay ranking.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 04, 2018
Out of Print, but NOT out of Sincerity
I found this book years ago in the kids section of a bookstore. Basically it’s a kids-eye view of what heaven is for a dog, but I found it so touching that it is my #1 gift for friends who are grieving the loss of their dog. This particular book, purchased on EBay, was advertised as used, but it was like new, and much cheaper than I could find anywhere else. It was a great purchase.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 18, 2018
Dog Heaven
My 4 year old son recently lost his dog and this sweet book has been very helpful. Love the bright colors, cute pictures and happy story.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 21, 2019
Great book for difficult period
Bought this book for our daughter-in-law who lost her 14 year old companion suddenly. She fell in love with it, crying yet healing. She said it brought her comfort during a most difficult time. Highly recommend it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 11, 2022
Comfort for loss of a beloved pet.
Though this book, and the companion - "Cat Heaven" - are children's books, they are a wonderful comfort to anyone who has lost a beloved pet. I received the cat one many years ago, and have made it my practice to give one to my friends when their pets die. This was for a friend who lost a very neglected old dog from a no-kill shelter in 2020. She gave him a great old age.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jun 07, 2021
Sweet, touching message
As a teacher, I would read this book to the class when a child shared their pet died. I feel it brought them comfort. I recently gave my only copy to my daughter’s friend who tragically lost her beloved dog. She thanked me for the book and so I ordered another one to replace it. This book is designed for younger readers but the message is for everyone who has lost a beloved dog.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 09, 2020
Sweet comfort
Dog Heaven offers comfort and reassurance to those whose hearts have been broken by the passing of a beloved pet. Both the story itself and the vivid illustrations paint a picture of kindness and contentment, where every dog-need is met. The book’s tenderness may move you to tears, but I guarantee that you will want to read it again and again.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Aug 18, 2020
Warm and Endearing.
This book is adorable- the drawings are simple, and God is the cutest! Every time I think about a dog that I have lost in the past, I go to this book. It makes me happy and sad at the same time- that good kind of sad that warms your heart a little at a time you need a warmer heart. This is the gift I give when a friend loses a dog, and I will continue to do so.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 21, 2020
Lovely book
What a sweet story...it made me cry a little. Wonderful kids book to help them through the loss of a dog, but also comforting to adults in an odd wayVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
