Parents are not less, or more, loving, caring, or thoughtful towards their babies, no matter how much they grow up or if they are not born of their bodies. This is why being a pet parent is a cosmic experience in itself.

In fact, pet parents, just like their “human” counterparts love reading books for their darlings. Language is no bar; rather the book reading session is somewhat dreamy.

For all the pet parents out there, we present some book titles, curated by Dogsee Chew, that you should share with your pet children. While some are from the perspective of a pet parent and some are from the perspective of the pets, these books bring comfort, guidance, and adventure.

So curl up and enjoy these stories with your pet:

The Friend by Sigrid Nunez

When a woman unexpectedly loses her lifelong best friend and mentor, she finds herself burdened with the unwanted dog he has left behind. While others worry that grief has made her a victim of magical thinking, the woman refuses to be separated from the dog except for brief periods of time.

A Dog’s Life by Peter Mayle

While Mayle’s work is majorly about food and travel in France, this book is a fun read from the perspective of a stray dog named Boy. Boy’s journal narrates his life and observations of humanity in the French towns he finds himself. The doggo has a much-esteemed vision of himself, providing a wonderful commentary on society and the act of journaling.

How to be Human: Life Lessons from Buddy Hirani

In this book, Hirani writes about how having a dog in the house can alter your perspective and change the way you experience life including attachment, parenting, and karma, among other things. How to be Human is a charming and heart-warming book that, with its light touch, will make you look at life from a less cynical standpoint.

Dog on it by Spencer Quinn

This is the first book from mystery series from the perspective of a dog named Chet. A light-hearted read, this book is about Chet and down-on-his-luck owner Bernie as Bernie tries to figure out a kidnapping case. It’s fun to see Chet trying to understand the complexities and intricacies of human interactions.

Pooka by Carol Chataway and Nina Rycroft

A family finds a dog on their doorstep. Despite their granddad’s warnings, the family becomes very attached to Pooka. The owner eventually comes looking for Pooka and the family learns that Pooka is one very special dog with many other people to love and befriend. What will happen?

What Pet should I get? by Dr Seuss

This picture book is about a brother and sister visiting a pet shop to pick a pet, but can’t decide which one to go for. Sometimes making a choice can seem impossible to a child. A lovely read which explores how it is hard to make up your mind, but sometimes you just have to do it right?