Part-time dog
by Jane Thayer
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1965
This book tells the story of a boy who finds a stray dog and the challenges and joys of caring for a pet.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is featured in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is lighthearted and not scary.
Occult themes or witchcraft are absent from the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy shows responsibility in caring for the dog.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Love and care for the dog are central to the plot.
Themes of responsibility and companionship are explored.
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