A dog on his own
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A stray dog named Rusty searches for a home and learns about loyalty and belonging.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Rusty faces some dangers and encounters unfriendly animals.
Profanity is absent from the book.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
Some moments of peril for Rusty can be tense.
Occult themes are not present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on a dog's journey and survival.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRusty shows great courage in his search for a home.
Faith is not a central element, but perseverance is key.
Rusty's desire for a loving home and his loyalty are central.
Lessons about perseverance and finding belonging are present.
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