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Contains true accounts of animals who have protected or rescued their owners or other humans in dangerous situations.

Lizzie Peterson is not too excited when her family brings Muttley, a puppy that likes to sleep all the time, home from Caring Paws as a foster dog, but she soon learns Muttley's laziness does not mean he will not come through when he is needed most.

Jack and Annie track down facts about service dogs, St. Bernard rescue dogs, famous war dogs, and other canine heroes.

Photographs and text provide real-life examples of the feats animals have accomplished in the face of dangerous and disastrous situations.

Contains fourteen stories that provide accounts of pets that became heroes for helping their owners or other animals.

True stories about horses, dogs, cats, dolphins, and other animals who rescue people from danger.

Contains fifty true stories of ordinary animals that have performed extraordinary feats, including rescues, acts of heroism, and interventions.

Have you heard about the dachshund who was snatched up by an eagle, but fought back in midair? How about the two pigs who escaped from a sausage factory, leaped into an icy river, and swam to safety? Can you believe a pet cat was trapped for two months under the concrete floor of a new building under construction? Inside this book, you'll find these and more incredible true tales of brave animals who overcame life-threatening situations.

Text and photographs look at animals who have protected or rescued their owners or other humans in dangerous situations.

Stories of animals that have rescued others and saved lives.

Discusses the exploits of animals who have performed acts of heroism in defense of humans.

"Did you know that rats can be heroes? So can a humpback whale! Discover incredible true stories about animals that have rescued humans-and other animals-in a book sure to appeal to animal lovers everywhere"--.

"Meet Sam: an insolent pug--and incidental hero--who will stop at nothing to protect his family! When scientists Elaine and Gary Peterson adopt Sam to keep their son, Justin, company in the midst of a top-secret research project, they never imagine the precocious pup will cause more harm than good.

"Learn about the amazing bravery and loyalty displayed by animals and their contributions to military success.