"After her elderly owner passes away, Star—a deaf Australian shepherd—is brought to a local shelter. Star feels scared and alone—until she meets twelve-year-old Julian. After getting in trouble at school yet again, Julian volunteers at the shelter and realizes he can communicate with Star in a way that no one else can. Their bond continues to grow, and Julian and Star become inseparable. Then the unthinkable happens: Funding for the shelter...

Pearl the dog and her shy friend, Squirrel, find much to be thankful for while roaming their big city on Thanksgiving, but at day's end, they have a reason for lasting gratitude.

"Zach's neighbors just had a new baby--and now they're threatening to take their cat, Hallie, to the animal shelter. The kids have been volunteering there since starting the Pet Rescue Club, and they know an older cat might have trouble getting adopted. Can they convince the family to give their kitty another chance--or maybe find someone who truly appreciates all that an older kitty has to offer?"--Provided by publisher.

"While out walking a dog one day, Adam notices a shaggy, lonely pony standing by herself in a field, without food or water. When he continues to see her day after day, he realizes that this is another case for the Pet Rescue Club--four animal loving fourth graders who come together to help animals in need in their suburban home town"--Provided by publisher.

More than anything Lola would like a cat, but first she must learn how to care for it.

When Arfy finds a homeless kitten, he writes letters to prospective owners, hoping to find the perfect home for his new friend.

Trouper, a three-legged dog, remembers his life as a stray, before he was adopted.

Arfy is a hound on a mission! Bound and determined to find a home. Arfy writes letters to everyone on Buttermut Street. Honestly, he's the best dog you could ever want. He's obedient! He's housebroken! He even has his own squeaky bone! Who will adopt Arfy in the end? You'll never guess!

In rhyming text, Retriever Reg, a long time resident at the shelter, supervises the other dogs, watching while all the different breeds are adopted until only he is left--and then a final human arrives, looking for a friend for life.

Dasher, a greyhound racer, learns that she will be leaving the track to be adopted by a family. The change is abrupt and confusing for Dasher, but soon she comes to love her new owners.