I'm My Own Dog

"A sweet and funny role reversal . . . An ode to the transformative joy of companionship."--The New York Times Book Review

Many dogs have human owners. Not this dog. He fetches his own slippers, curls up at his own feet, and gives himself a good scratch. But there is one spot, in the middle of his back, that he just can't reach. So one day, he lets a human scratch it. And the poor little fella follows him home. What can the dog do but get a leash to lead the guy around with? Dog lovers of all ages will revel in the humorous role-reversal as this dog teaches his human all the skills he needs to be a faithful companion.

Author: David Ezra Stein
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 05/19/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.39lbs
Size: 9.70h x 8.91w x 0.01d
ISBN: 9781536253832
Audience: Ages 4-8

About the Author
David Ezra Stein is the creator of many award-winning picture books, including Interrupting Chicken, which was awarded a Caldecott Honor, Because Amelia Smiled, and Dinosaur Kisses. He lives with his family in Kew Gardens, New York.