

“… well-known author, Stephanie Calmenson, shares Rosie’s successes in a true story that is touching and delightful.” – Family Life. “Rosie…will satisfy readers of all ages.” – The Horn Book Magazine.

“Dog lovers will delight in this photo essay about a pet with an unusual occupation … ” – School Library Journal. “Author of such popular books as The Principal’s New Clothes, Calmenson here tells the story of her own dog, Rosie … succinct yet sensitive descriptions…This is a close-up, valuable, and charming look at the contributions made by working dogs like Rosie.” – Booklist. And let Rosie cheer you.Ĭlick here to read about Rosie in The New York Times. Find out if you can join a visiting program, with or without a pet of your own.

Read about Rosie, the author’s sweet and shaggy dog, as she cheers people who are sad or sick or lonely.
