• Included in the 2008 edition of The Best Children’s Books of the Year, an annotated bibliography from the Children’s Book Committee of Bank Street College of Education in New York City.

"The poems are written in a casual, humorous style that children will enjoy. ...Though they are generally lighthearted in nature, a few address poignant topics: the loyalty of dogs compared to humans and looking back over the long life of a beloved pet in the final poem. The cartoon-style illustrations done in pen-and-ink and watercolor provide additional comic touches and show dog owners of varying ethnicities."
     —Kirkus Reviews

"Although some of the subject matter is predictable, Crawley manages to add fresh fun to the already-been-done themes. The comic ink-and-watercolor illustrations perfectly reflect the lighthearted mood of the selections; Petrosino captures the essence of each poem with flair."
     —School Library Journal

"With poems entitled “Oodles of Poodles,” “I Bought My Dog a Cell Phone,” “Slobberkiss” and more, dog owners of all ages will recognize their own pets' traits and mannerisms."
     —Publishers Weekly


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"The poems are written in a casual, humorous style that children will enjoy. ...Though they are generally lighthearted in nature, a few address poignant topics: the loyalty of dogs compared to humans and looking back over the long life of a beloved pet in the final poem. The cartoon-style illustrations done in pen-and-ink and watercolor provide additional comic touches and show dog owners of varying ethnicities."
     —Kirkus Reviews

"Although some of the subject matter is predictable, Crawley manages to add fresh fun to the already-been-done themes. The comic ink-and-watercolor illustrations perfectly reflect the lighthearted mood of the selections; Petrosino captures the essence of each poem with flair."
     —School Library Journal

"With poems entitled “Oodles of Poodles,” “I Bought My Dog a Cell Phone,” “Slobberkiss” and more, dog owners of all ages will recognize their own pets' traits and mannerisms."
     —Publishers Weekly

"There’s lots of humor packed in the poems, and most dog owners will find something to remind them of their own pets. The cartoon-style watercolor art has a bounce all its own; kids will want to draw their own dogs wagging their tails, jumping on beds, and giving great slobbering kisses."
     —Booklist