My children and I were absolutely delighted to discover these adorable books. We have always had Westies, so these beautifully illustrated heartwarming stories are very special; but to tell the truth, anyone who loves dogs will love McDuff. With so many fast action, violence filled books competing for kids' attention, these stories offer a welcome option. I have found that children from the toddler stage through the teenage years are enchanted with both the illustrations and stories. They vividly recall an old fashioned world of friendly neighbors and cozy times. My own children are older now--l4,l8 and 21--but they still chuckle about little McDuff and whenever they see me cleaning off the bookshelves, they make certain to remind me in no uncertain terms not to "give any of those books away!"