Stubby was a brave soldier, a loyal friend... and a dog. From an army training camp to the trenches in France, this is the incredible true story of Sergeant Stubby, the dog who served bravely in the First World War, sniffing out gas attacks, catching spies and winning the hearts of his fellow soldiers.

Documents the heroic wartime achievements of a World War I mascot who was adopted by a soldier as an orphaned pup and who gained military honors and a display in the Smithsonian Institution for his brave service behind enemy lines.

Join everyone's favorite four-legged hero, Stubby, on an all-new adventure, with the assistance of a couple dim-witted pooches and a house cat with some serious attitude

Stubby's story begins in 1917 when America is about to enter the war. A stowaway dog befriends Private James Robert "Bob" Conroy at the Connecticut National Guard camp at Yale University and the two become inseparable. Stubby also wins over the commanding officer and is soon made an official member of the 102nd Infantry of the 26th division. What follows is an epic tale of how man's best friend becomes an invaluable soldier on the front lines and in the trenches, a decorated war hero and an inspiration to a country long after the troops returned home.

At home Stubby is a laid-back dog who is affectionate to everyone and adores his boys. Stubby's big sister, a Belgian malinois, named Freya, is actually the search and rescue dog of the family. But it seemed Stubby made the cuter, more relatable character. Stubby's true personality just makes you laugh every time you look at him and just begged to be shared with others. The adventure that Stubby takes as a search and rescue dog is an inspirational tale of how to follow your dreams and always do what your good at despite any preconceived or misguided limitations.

With his older brother gone to fight in the Great War, and his father prone to sudden rages, 14-year-old Stanley devotes himself to taking care of the family's greyhound and puppies. Until the morning Stanley wakes to find the puppies gone. Determined to find his brother, Stanley runs away to join an increasingly desperate army. Assigned to the experimental War Dog School, Stanley is given a problematic Great Dane named Bones to train. Against all odds, the pair excels, and Stanley is sent to France. But in Soldier Dog by Sam Angus, the war in France is larger and more brutal than Stanley ever imagined. How can one young boy survive World War I and find his brother with only a dog to help?

Stubby was a brave soldier, a loyal friend . . . and a dog. From an army training camp to the trenches in France, this is the incredible true story of Sergeant Stubby, the dog who served bravely in World War I—sniffing out gas attacks, catching spies, and winning the hearts of his fellow soldiers.

A heartwarming tale of friendship between an American soldier and his best buddy, a dog. Stubby is the true story of the most heroic dog in World War I. From stray puppy to the only dog ever promoted to the rank of Sergeant through combat and winner of the Purple Heart, Stubby's remarkable journey is appropriate for all ages.

Stubby is a true story of a pelican that was caught in a discarded mess of fishing lines and hooks in the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Stubby was rescued by Rusty, a longtime native of Pass-a-Grille, an island community where he managed a fish bait shop. Doctors at the nearby Seabird Hospital were able to save Stubby’s life, but the happy, interesting twist in the story comes after Stubby was released. It is a story of kindness and mindfulness, and respect for nature and our environment. And what good things can happen from the good things we do! This book is a part of the Tortorella Family Foundation literacy program, “Enlighten your World...READ!” Please visit www.dobugshavebellybuttons.com for more books, music and humane educational materials.

During World War I, while stationed overseas in France with the United States Army, Private James Donovan literally stumbles upon a small dog cowering on the streets of Paris. Named Rags for his disheveled appearance, the little stray quickly finds a home with Donovan and a place in his heart. Although the Army did not have an official canine division, Rags accompanies Donovan to the battlefield, making himself a useful companion delivering messages and providing a much-appreciated morale boost to the soldiers. News about Rags spreads and soon the little dog's battlefield exploits become the stuff of legend. But during a fierce battle near the end of the war, both Rags and Donovan are wounded. Severely injured, Donovan is sent back to the United States. And the little dog with the big heart refuses to leave his best friend's side.