Gilbert is a dog who has been raised by cats, and finds himself with some identity issues. After visits with Dr. Schnauzer, the psychiatrist, Gilbert finds himself again face-to-face with Ivan, the bully. How will Gilbert face this crisis?

When I was very young, I occasionally stayed overnight with some friends of my family when my parents went out. This was a book that they would read to get me to bed. I loved it so much, I asked for it every time we visited, and they eventually let me keep it. I still treasure it some 45 years later.

As an adult, I still enjoy reading it. It is very cleverly written -- a picture book for children, but adults will find that there is some humor just for them. Eric Gurney's wit clearly shows in this book. ( )