Hotel for Dogs facts for kids
Hotel for Dogs is a fun children's book written by Lois Duncan. It was first published in 1971. This popular story was later made into a movie by Nickelodeon Movies and DreamWorks.
When the book first came out, the main character's name was Liz, and her dog was named Sadie. But when the movie was released in 2009, the book was updated. In the newer versions, the girl is named Andi, and her dog is called Friday. This change helped connect the book to the movie.
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All About Hotel for Dogs
The Story of Andi and Her Dogs
The book Hotel for Dogs tells the exciting story of two siblings, Andi and Bruce. They are living with foster parents who do not allow pets. But Andi and Bruce love dogs very much. They miss having a furry friend around.
One day, they find a clever way to help stray dogs. They turn an old, abandoned house into a secret hotel just for dogs! They rescue many dogs who need a home. They work hard to feed, care for, and hide the dogs from grown-ups.
Their secret hotel becomes a safe place for many different dogs. Andi and Bruce face many challenges. They have to find food, keep the dogs quiet, and make sure no one finds out about their special project. It's a heartwarming adventure about kindness and finding homes for animals.
From Book to Movie Screen
The book Hotel for Dogs became a movie in 2009. Nickelodeon Movies and DreamWorks Pictures worked together to bring the story to life. The movie helped even more people discover the wonderful story of Andi, Bruce, and their dog hotel.
The movie version made some changes to the original book. One big change was the names of the main characters. In the movie, the girl is named Andi, and her dog is Friday. To match the movie, the book was re-released in 2008 with these new names. This made it easier for fans of the movie to read the book.
More Adventures for Dogs
After the success of Hotel for Dogs, two more books were written. These books continued the adventures of the characters and their love for dogs.
- News for Dogs was released in 2009.
- Movie for Dogs came out in 2010.
These sequels let readers enjoy more stories about helping animals and the special bond between kids and their pets.
