Last Updated on August 12, 2026 by Amanda Leemis
In case you didn’t already know it, Hollydog love dogs! Whether your little one enjoys silly adventures, heartwarming friendships, or playful puppies, these stories are sure to become storytime favorites. We’ve rounded up 10 of Hollydog’s favorite dog books for preschoolers that encourage kindness, imagination, laughter, and a lifelong love of reading.Check out our Back to School Learning Hub for tons of great activities and crafts focusing on kindness and friendship.
Why Dog Books Are Great for Preschoolers
Dogs have a special way of capturing little ones’ hearts! From playful puppies to loyal best friends, dog stories help preschoolers learn important lessons about kindness, responsibility, friendship, and empathy. Reading books about dogs also encourages a love of animals while building listening skills, vocabulary, and imagination. Now, check out our top 10 list!
It’s Raining Cats and Dogs
This is one of my favorite dog, and cat, books! What happens when it literally rains cats and dogs? Will there be enough space for all of these animals falling from the sky? This is a perfect rainy day read.
Fun Dog, Sun Dog
Tinka is one fun sun-loving dog! Come spend a day on the beach with her and the boy who loves her so much! Soak up some sun and see what fun you can have at the beach!
Hot Dog
This is another great book about a cute little pup who goes to the beach. After spending the day in the hot, crowded, and loud city, our little puppy friend discovers how the beach can ease all of your worries away.
The Pizza Dog
Discover whay happens when a big, clumbsy dog dreams of being a pizza chef! These illustrations are super cute and carry a message of never giving up on your dreams.
Pair this book with fun pizza coloring pages & pizza worksheets.
The Adventures of Taxi Dog
This book has beautiful illustrations and tells the story of how one lost mutt find a friend in a taxi driver. See all the fun he has as he bonds with his human and explores the city.
Harry the Dirty Dog
Harry is one dirty dog, and he hates baths! He spends all day exploring the dirty neighborhood and when he finally returns home, he looks like a completely different dog! Is he a white dog with black spots, or a black dog with white spots?
Can I Be Your Dog?
This book encourages pet adoption, so of course, I love it! Read the letters of Arfy as he explains why he would make a perfect pet and how he desperately wants a family to love. I’m not crying, you are!
Dog’s Colorful Day
This book is very simple and so cute! Dog collects different colored spots during the day, a spot of jam, blue paint, a touch of ice cream. By the end of the day, he has 10 colorful spots!
Don’t Eat Bees
This is a classic dog book that will have you thinking about all the silly things dogs do. Dogs eat socks, bury bones, and they don’t eat bees! Come take some life advice from our furry friend, Chip.
Picture Book by Dog
This story is so cute because the dog is our illustrator! How cool is that? Look at the dog’s illustrations as we discover the story what what is means to be lost and found.
Free Dog Coloring Pages for Pre-K
We hope you enjoyed Hollydog’s Top 10 Dog Books for Preschoolers! After reading your favorite dog stories, keep the learning going with our 2 free dog coloring pages! Coloring is a wonderful way for preschoolers to practice fine motor skills, spark creativity, and spend a little more time with their favorite furry friends. Simply print, color, and enjoy a fun dog-themed activity at home or in the classroom!
Print your free dog coloring pages below!
