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Children · Ages 10–14

Good dog

by Dan Gemeinhart

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2018

A loyal dog named Good Boy helps a lonely boy find connection and purpose in his small town.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

Sexual content is absent from the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril involving animals and a dog fight occurs.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not present in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not a theme.

Scary / Disturbing5

Some mild suspense regarding the dog's fate exists.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

A non-Christian worldview is not promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God or Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in facing challenges and loss.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a focus.

Love & Friendship40

Loyalty and the bond between a boy and his dog are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption15

Themes of friendship and finding belonging are present.

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