- Paperback
- Publisher: Simon Pulse; Reissue edition (April 1 1991)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0671743899
- ISBN-13: 978-0671743895
- Product Dimensions: 16.8 x 10.4 x 1.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 68 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,521,512 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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From School Library Journal
Grade 3-5. Bill Wallace's story (Holiday, 1980) of the bonding between a boy and a dog is not to be missed. This presentation, read by L.J. Ganser, is so softly dramatic that it not only captures the essence of gentle emotion but essentially transports readers to the Oklahoma farm where Ricky exhibits courage beyond belief. Ricky is terrified by dogs because as a toddler he was mercilessly mauled by a rabid dog and left to die. Sixty-three stitches later with no anesthesia, Ricky is scarred with the emotional and physical memories that constantly recall his tragedy. The softness of Ganser's voice reflects the softness of Ricky's heart when a puppy is left to starve because he responds with a littler of kittens for food but is rejected. Hence, the name Kitty. Ricky musters all his courage and feeds the puppy, building a closeness that only friends realize and conquering his all-consuming fear. With Ricky, readers suffer the loss and feel the anguish when Kitty is accidentally killed at an oil rig. Hope, however, still prevails and happiness does come through sorrow. Ganser brings life and emotion to a powerful story with his dramatic rendition. This touching and encouraging story add a further dimension to the significance of boy and dog relationships, and should be high on public and school library priority lists.
Patricia Mahoney Brown, Franklin Elementary School, Kenmore,
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Patricia Mahoney Brown, Franklin Elementary School, Kenmore,
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Afraid of dogs since he was attacked by a mad one, Ricky resists taking in a homeless pup that shows up at the farm.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
I still remember this book,
By "allycatt98" (TAMPA, FL USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Dog Called Kitty (Paperback)
I don't remember reading any other of Bill Wallace's books but I read this book for the first time when I was in the fourth grade in 1987. This book was so touching and profound that I remembered it 17 years later while book shopping for my son. This was the first book that I remember reading as a child that totally transported me with its words. I was there with Ricky when his fear slowly turned to friendship and his acceptance of loss. I remember crying while reading the last two chapters but I don't think the book would have been as moving and memorable with any other ending. I remember being the most upset after reading the last line because I wanted to read more of Ricky's story. This book is the reason I am such an avid reader today. Bill Wallace took me to another place and let me experience fear, friendship, suspense, loss and acceptance. It is a definite must read for the 4th to 6th grade group.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Dog Called Kitty,
By cheeto1 (michigan) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Dog Called Kitty (Paperback)
This book is about a boy who's afraid of dogs. A stray puppy comes around looking for food. The Mother of the family always puts out scraps of food for the cats and calls "Here Kitty, Kitty, Kitty, Kitty!" The Puppy comes too, but the cats attack him. He is about to starve when Ricky decides to feed him. In the process of giving him the food, Ricky overcomes his fear of dogs. The dog is called Kitty because he comes running for the food every time Ricky's mom calls Kitty! They become friends. I think the writer has a unique writing style. He writes in the first person. It is so vividly written that you feel like you're standing there listening to the story of his childhood. The book had a great storyline and was vividly described. The book had a funny theme. I'd give this book 6 stars if I could
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This is a GREAT book!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Dog Called Kitty (Paperback)
I read this with my 8 year old twin boys. Reading is not one of their favorite things to do, but they actually enjoyed this book very much. Ricky hates dogs and for a very good reason and one day a stray pup starts coming around the farm and he tells him everyday he is going to run him off.The pup helps Ricky overcome his fear of dogs and helps Ricky to find courage.The way he got his name is cute. I enjoyed this story myself.
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