The Dog Who Wouldn't Be
by Farley Mowat
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1940
This is a memoir about a boy's experiences growing up with a mischievous and independent Newfoundland dog named Odie.
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 this book.
Odie's adventures sometimes involve minor scuffles with other animals.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance use is featured in the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some of Odie's escapades might be mildly unsettling.
No occult or magical elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book reflects a secular, nature-focused worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe boy and Odie show courage in facing wild situations.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The strong bond between the boy and Odie is evident.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are explored.
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