Dawn Bates is a highly experienced dog owner and has a well-behaved cocker spaniel called Zep. With this book she wants to inspire children to become happy and confident dog-owners, with happy and confident dogs. The author is based in London. SERIES CONSULTANT Susan Akass is the general editor of the 'My First' children's craft series, published by CICO Kidz, as well as the author of many popular reading scheme books and children's picture books. Susan is also a full-time primary school teacher. She is based in Bath.