How Long is That Dog?

About this book

Evie really, REALLY wants a dog for her birthday. When she sees an incredibly long dog at the animal shelter, she falls in love – but Mum and Dad say that she has to guess how long the dog is before she can adopt him. 

So Evie has a really good long think. Is the dog as long as a hundred hot dogs? Evie’s itchy winter scarf? A prize-winning marrow? A rainbow? 

Yet when Evie finally figures it out, she returns to the animal shelter, only to find that Mister Long Dog is gone. Did she take too long? Fortunately, the next day is her birthday and Evie’s parents have a wonderful surprise for her… 

John Bond’s delightful story about a little girl getting her ideal pet will resonate with lots of young readers, and his brilliant illustrations featuring the cutest and silliest sausage dogs are full of fun.