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Oh, Beethoven and other Mischievous Dogs!

  • Writer: Rachel
    Rachel
  • Nov 15, 2021
  • 2 min read

Updated: Apr 15


Family at dinner table with shocked expressions as large St. Bernard peeks from beneath, holding a turkey leg. "Beethoven" text above.

Sadly, this movie session has ended, but we have a selection of other enjoyable family-friendly films and books featuring playful pups!


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Adopted by the Newton household's three children, an adorable little St. Bernard puppy grows into 185 pounds of disaster-prone trouble. There's trouble in the air when Beethoven becomes the proud father of four pups, each one an adorable but mischievous bundle of joy. When two bumbling thieves threaten the safety of his family on vacation, Beethoven sets out to put a bite on the bad guys!




Check Out These Other Titles About Mischievous Dogs!



Beethoven's Big Break


St. Bernard dog with three puppies on a red carpet. People in the background, including someone in a director’s chair. Text: Beethoven's Big Break.

Single dad and struggling animal handler Eddie works with lots of creatures, but at home, he has a strict No Pets Allowed policy. He won't let his son Billy keep the adorable stray dog Beethoven and his family of puppies. Beethoven crashes into Hollywood and into Eddie's heart as well.

DVD - Rated PG




Beethoven's Christmas Adventure



A St. Bernard in a Santa hat with a candy cane poses against a blue background, surrounded by lights and presents. Text: Beethoven's Christmas Adventure.

When Henry the elf flees the North Pole with Santa's sleigh and his magical bag of toys, he crash-lands the precious cargo in a suburban neighborhood tree. But when the bag ends up in the wrong hands, it's up to heroic Beethoven and his teenage pal, Mason to rescue Henry, fetch Santa's toys and save Christmas for children everywhere.

DVD - Rated PG





Bad Dog, Marley! by John Grogan



A mischievous dog tears paper on the cover of "Bad Dog, Marley!" by John Grogan, illustrated by Richard Cowdrey. Red and white colors.

Marley, a rambunctious puppy, makes himself at home while causing lots of trouble but then proves in a very dramatic way that he is a valuable member of the household.

Board Book






You Bad Dog by Leslie Baker



Two dogs, a Rottweiler and a small tan dog with a heart tag, on a book cover titled "YOU BAD DOG!" by Leslie Baker. Vibrant colors.

Bridget, a calm and loving rottweiler, and Lulu, a mischievous terrier, are best friends who sometimes get on each other's nerves.

Board Book






Bad to the Bone by Lucy Nolan



Dog with sausages runs on grass, playful cat and squirrel nearby. White fence background. Text: "Bad to the Bone" by Lucy Nolan.

Down Girl, a dog, explains about her days spent protecting her home from the enemy next door named Here Kitty Kitty, and the many ways she tries to properly train her master Rruff.

Chapter Book






Bailey's Story by W. Bruce Cameron


Golden puppy peeks over a sign with text "Bailey's Story" on it. Background is beige. Book by W. Bruce Cameron. Mood is heartwarming.

When Bailey meets eight-year-old Ethan, he quickly figures out his purpose: to play with the boy, to explore the Farm during summers with the boy, and to tidy the boy's dishes by licking them clean (only when Mom isn't watching). But Bailey soon learns that life isn't always so simple--that sometimes bad things happen--and that there can be no greater purpose than to protect the boy he loves.

Chapter Book





Until Next Time Library Friends!


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