What reading level is Pet Shop Job (Police Pup)?

Pet Shop Job (Police Pup) by Jenny Dale is at a Level 3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Pet Shop Job (Police Pup) appropriate for?

Pet Shop Job (Police Pup) is recommended for Ages 5-8. Content intensity: "Gentle" (1/5).

What genre is Pet Shop Job (Police Pup)?

Pet Shop Job (Police Pup) is fiction — Children's stories.

Does Pet Shop Job (Police Pup) have any content warnings?

Pet Shop Job (Police Pup) has a content intensity rating of "Gentle" (1/5). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Pet Shop Job (Police Pup)?

Pet Shop Job (Police Pup) by Jenny Dale is 96 pages.

Pet Shop Job (Police Pup)

Jenny Dale

Pet Shop Job (Police Pup)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jenny Dale

Illustrated by Mick Reid

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what happens when pets mysteriously escape from their homes? In a quiet village, animals are suddenly freed from pet shops and backyards, causing quite a stir. Can Max, the brave police pup, sniff out who’s behind this puzzling pet escape?

Themes

Animal storiesAdventure Friendship

Quick Assessment

This early reader story features Max, a young police dog, who investigates a series of animal escapes in a small village. Suitable for children ages 5-8, it combines a simple mystery with themes of responsibility and community. The content is gentle, with no intense scenes, making it appropriate for young readers.