A Silly Dog Named Klaus

Adventures of Klaus

Children - Animals
26 Pages
Reviewed on 09/16/2026
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Reviewed by Anne-Marie Reynolds for Readers' Favorite

A Silly Dog Named Klaus by Terry E Gunn is a fun, bouncy story about a playful Schnauzer who gets up to all sorts of mischief. Klaus starts his day sneaking a paw into the strawberry jam, then chases his own tail until he's dizzy. From there, he's off running zoomies at the park, rolling in mud, sleeping the morning away, and even howling at the moon on a hilltop. He gets himself into all kinds of silly situations, from a run-in with a neighborhood cat to sneaking treats under the bed. Through it all, one question keeps popping up: what kind of dog is Klaus, really? You'll have to read along to find out.

This is a warm, giggly little book, and kids will love the silly names Klaus gives himself along the way, like "jelly dog," "dizzy dog," and "sneaky dog," which makes it a fun read-aloud where little ones can guess what kind of dog he'll be next. It's a lively, easy story to sit through more than once, and young readers won't get bored with Klaus's antics even after a few rereads. The story reminds kids that it's completely fine to have messy, silly, or even scared days, and none of that changes how much they're loved. Faith Bianca's illustrations are bright and cheerful throughout, but my favorite touch comes near the end, when the colors shift into soft, golden tones for that final quiet moment. It's a lovely book for dog-loving families, and it leaves you with a simple message: being loved just as you are is what matters most.

Pikasho Deka

Immerse yourselves in the adventures of a sweet little dog with Terry E Gunn's picture book, A Silly Dog Named Klaus. Klaus is a happy little Schnauzer who loves to do all kinds of stuff. Sometimes, he acts a little silly. Other times, he likes to eat strawberry jam or go chasing around his own tail, which ends up making him feel a little dizzy. Whenever he gets the zoomies, he becomes the funniest dog in the entire world. He sleeps until noon and knows himself to be a bit lazy. He is crazy when he chases cats, but sometimes the cats also chase him back, which really scares him. Klaus also has a favorite pastime: sneaking under the bed and eating honey from the jar. You see, he is picky about his food.

Rhymes, dogs, and fun-filled illustrations. What more can you want in a children's picture book? A Silly Dog Named Klaus is bound to bring joy to early readers and even parents who like to read aloud to their kids. I genuinely had fun reading this. It's hilarious and short enough that children are not going to have their attention diverted before they finish the story. But the main highlight is, of course, Klaus, the cute little Schnauzer. He is absolutely adorable. Author Terry E Gunn's rhyming narrative really brings out his colorful personality and makes him feel like a dog you have met before. Young readers will have plenty of laughs at his shenanigans. I also found the illustrations by Faith Bianca really well done. They suit the narrative to a T. Kids will love this book!

Adanna Ora

Dogs are called a person’s best friend for a reason. If your best friend is a silly, funny dog like Klaus, you don’t just get memories; you get a whole book. A Silly Dog Named Klaus is written by Terry E. Gunn, who gets her inspiration for the book from her late dog. This book features a dog who is full of life. He lives happily in his house and makes sure everyone knows he's around. Klaus embodies fun and love. What could be more joyful and comforting about this dog? Discover many interesting things about Klaus, and maybe you'll find a pet who brings as much happiness to your life as Klaus does.

A Silly Dog Named Klaus is a beautiful children's book that demonstrates what friendship and warmth look like. The book conveys the beautiful qualities that Klaus has, such as silliness, playfulness, luck, craziness, love, and fun, and sheds more light on how Klaus’s caregiver has shown love to him. Every page of the book reminds us that life should be fun, especially with the ones we love. The book encourages children to be very kind, giving grace and patience to our pets. The highlighted rhymes and other literacy devices made the story so interesting. The colorful illustrations by Faith Bianca beautifully complement the story. I recommend this book to every dog lover and anyone who longs for a fulfilling relationship with pets. Children can also learn simple spelling from reading this book.

Olga Markova

A Silly Dog Named Klaus is a delightful illustrated book for children by talented author Terry E Gunn. The story introduces us to Klaus, a friendly, playful, and happy Schnauzer. We visit the house where Klaus lives and the park where he plays on his walks. We learn about Klaus’s activities, antics, and abundant mischief. We discover a new adventure of Klaus on every page - the treats Klaus enjoys, the games he likes to play, and who his playmates are. At the end, the book offers a fun game to play - we can choose what kind of dog we are and imitate Klaus’s activities. In addition, the book invites us to watch an animated cartoon featuring Klaus as we listen to a lovely song about Klaus on YouTube. So, what is Klaus up to? And is he really silly?

What a delightful book! I thoroughly enjoyed reading Terry E Gunn’s A Silly Dog Named Klaus. Written in adorable child-friendly rhyme and presented in a distinct, large-size font, the story is perfectly tailored for young readers and their guardians. I liked how love for Klaus filled every page of this book. The full-page color illustrations by Faith Bianca were fabulous - they perfectly supported every scene and truly brought Klaus to life in all his fun, mischievous nature. In addition, the song and an animated cartoon about Klaus on YouTube were a great add-on to the story. All in all, it was a fantastic experience for me as a dog-loving adult, and I look forward to reading this book with my toddler grandson. I highly recommend this enchanting book to preschool children and their parents.

Emily-Jane Hills Orford

A dog is many things. He’s a happy dog, a silly dog, a smelly dog, a sticky dog (especially when he eats honey from a jar under the bed, which also makes him sneaky), and so much more. In Terry E Gunn’s A Silly Dog Named Klaus, a happy Schnauzer named Klaus is many things. But being a Schnauzer doesn’t really define who he really is. Klaus is all the things he lives up to, from playful to funny, from lazy to snazzy to spooky and so much in between and beyond. Best of all, Klaus is somebody’s very special friend. That makes him both happy and lucky.

Terry E Gunn’s picture book, A Silly Dog Named Klaus: A Silly Story for Dog Lovers about a Playful Schnauzer with a Big Personality, is part of the Adventures of Klaus series. Told in simple language with creative, varied fonts throughout, the story is easy to read and follow, especially for young readers. The author uses some rhyming words to give the story a lyrical twist. I love the illustrations by Faith Bianca, which are bright, bold, and colorful and add a little more zest to an already lively story. Young readers will be inspired to be imaginative, just like Klaus is in the story. This is a fun read, full of surprises and lots of puppy mischief that will have youngsters giggling and wanting to hug this lively little fellow. Yes, Klaus is in many ways rather silly, but he has a way of expressing himself with his bold and creative personality. Loved it!