MacLachlan, Patricia.
BARKUS
New York : Chronicle, 2017
IL K-3, IL 2.3
ISBN 978-1-45211-182-7

Nicky’s uncle arrives with a present – Barkus, the smartest dog in the world! He can sit, do tricks, get along with people and bark when he wants to. Barkus sneaks into Nicky’s classroom and becomes the class pet. He celebrates his birthday with friends. He finds a baby. He goes backyard camping with Nicky. If you like pets, you will want to read about Barkus, the perfect pet.  Pennsylvania Young Reader’s Choice Award 2018-2019