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War Dogs

Submitted by Sara West on Sat, 03/16/2013 - 2:40pm

Military animals have been used in various wars and conquests throughout time. Alexander the Great made use of elephants. War pigeons were popular in WWII to ferry messages across enemy lines. And, of course, horses have been used in both ancient and modern warfare.

Dogs have also seen their share of war combat over time. Ancient Greek writings tell of their presence in various conflicts. Many countries still use canines today in both combat and peacetime missions.

Read about a few modern military dogs and their handlers in these gripping accounts:

Owner's Manual for Your Pet

Submitted by Angel Hill on Fri, 03/08/2013 - 5:40pm

Cat Owner's ManualDog Owner's ManualMy favorite pet health books come from Dr. Bruce Fogle and DK Publishing. 

Take a "Paws" @ Katy Library

Submitted by Sarah Scheldt on Sat, 10/06/2012 - 8:54am


With the advent of beautiful fall weather, there’s no better time than the present to take your furry pal to the dog park on Franz Road, right next door to Katy Library. If you don’t have a dog yet, or Fido needs to brush up on his manners before he can go to the park, stop by Katy Library and peruse our resources for dog owners.

 

Howl-a-Ween at the Dog Park

Submitted by Angel Hill on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 10:38am

Wizard dog from www.clker.comDoes Spot look smashing in his wizard costume?  Bring him on October 27th at 6:00pm to the annual Howl-a-Ween at the City of Katy Dog Park, located directly behind the library.  Admission is one bag of dog food to be donated to a local shelter.  For more information, call the Parks & Recreation office at 281-391-4840.

On the Shelf: Stay

Submitted by Barbara V on Tue, 01/18/2011 - 11:32am
If you’re in the mood for a well-written novel filled with delightful characters, including a German Shepherd named Joe, then I highly recommend Stay by Allie Larkin.

Dogs and Libraries

Submitted by Angel Hill on Thu, 09/30/2010 - 10:11am

DogplayGot a dog that loves to play?  You’re missing out if you haven’t visited the City of Katy Dog Park located just behind the library.  When you're both exhausted, stop in the library through the back door (with Rover leashed in the courtyard) and check out Dogplay by

BARBARA BUSH BRANCH -- AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB

Submitted by Nancy Agafitei on Fri, 05/14/2010 - 11:37am

Art of Racing in the RainTitle to be Discussed: The Art of Racing in the Rain, by Garth Stein. Date of meeting: Thursday, May 27, 1:30pm, in the Earl Elliott Room. Repeated Friday, May 28, 2:30pm in the Women's Council of Realtors Conference Room. Summary: Nearing the end of his life, Enzo, a dog with a philosopher's soul, tries to bring together the family, pulled apart by a three year custody battle between daughter Zoe's maternal grandparents and her father Denny, a race car driver. Next selection: Sarah's Key by Tatiana de Rosnay.

The Week @ the Katy Library – March 15th Edition

Submitted by Angel Hill on Thu, 03/11/2010 - 12:47pm

Spring Break is upon us, and we’re celebrating at the Katy Branch Library with our 2nd Annual Dog Day on Saturday, 3/20 from 12-4pm.  We’ll have an exhibition hall with local dog-related vendors and organizations, rescued dogs available for adoption, dog crafts, and reading to dogs for the kids.  Don’t miss it!

 

Dog Detective Rules!

Submitted by Sylvia Powers on Wed, 03/10/2010 - 5:54pm
“Stakeouts: I’ve sat through a million.”    This line is from Dog on It, a mystery I am really enjoying. How can you not like a book narrated by a street smart dog? This is a fast-paced story, told from the dog’s point of view and features the adventures of Chet the dog and his owner Bernie, a private investigator who’s often down on his luck.
The lines are classic canine: “She wore a robe and had curlers in her hair and some green stuff smeared all over her face… Oops. I caught myself growling. Very bad, but she was scary.”

Unforgettable Animals

Submitted by Sara West on Fri, 01/15/2010 - 4:34pm

 Anyone who has ever owned a pet understands how easily the cuddly critters nose their way into heart and home.  If you enjoy reading stories about animals and their human caretakers, these titles may be just what you're after:

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