McGrowl Series by Bob Balaban

Meet Thomas and his new best friend McGrowl--a courageous canine who's bionic to the bone!When Thomas's loveable dog McGrowl is hit by a car, Thomas is heartbroken. But just when he thinks McGrowl will be lost to him forever, the mysterious vet Dr. Minderbender steps in to save the day. After a strange operation, McGrowl is alive, but he has been changed forever. McGrowl now has super speed, super hearing, and superpowerful sight, smell, and strength -- and a few super-funny tics... moreMeet Thomas and his new best friend McGrowl--a courageous canine who's bionic to the bone!When Thomas's loveable dog McGrowl is hit by a car, Thomas is heartbroken. But just when he thinks McGrowl will be lost to him forever, the mysterious vet Dr. Minderbender steps in to save the day. After a strange operation, McGrowl is alive, but he has been changed forever. McGrowl now has super speed, super hearing, and superpowerful sight, smell, and strength -- and a few super-funny tics. Now Thomas and his bionic dog must take on the evil Dr. Minderbender and foil his sneaky plans. Can this one-of-a-kind canine superhero save the day? less

Thomas and his courageous canine companion are back in this exciting new McGrowl adventure. This time, they're out to solve a mystery involving a series of robberies and a new mayoral candidate.It's election time in Cedar Springs, and the sleepy town is in an uproar. All the fuss isn't just about who will be the new mayor, but about a series of mysterious robberies... moreThomas and his courageous canine companion are back in this exciting new McGrowl adventure. This time, they're out to solve a mystery involving a series of robberies and a new mayoral candidate.It's election time in Cedar Springs, and the sleepy town is in an uproar. All the fuss isn't just about who will be the new mayor, but about a series of mysterious robberies.It's Thomas and McGrowl to the rescue! The boy-and-dog dream team are on the case, determined to sniff out the truth behind the crimes. Things turn more exciting when Thomas and McGrowl meet Herbert Filbert, the mayoral candidate who seems just a tad bit suspicious. Is the candidate connected to the crimes? And if so, will Thomas and McGrowl be able to stop him before it's too late? less

McGrowl and Thomas are taking a trip to see McGrowl's former owner. But their fun adventure becomes a dangerous mission when they learn that the evil duo has devised an intricate plan to trap them!When McGrowl saves the life of a neighborhood cat, the bionic superdog becomes a celebrity. McGrowl's original owner, the old lady, spots her former pet on TV and invites him over for a visit. So Thomas and McGrowl set off to the lady's house... moreMcGrowl and Thomas are taking a trip to see McGrowl's former owner. But their fun adventure becomes a dangerous mission when they learn that the evil duo has devised an intricate plan to trap them!When McGrowl saves the life of a neighborhood cat, the bionic superdog becomes a celebrity. McGrowl's original owner, the old lady, spots her former pet on TV and invites him over for a visit. So Thomas and McGrowl set off to the lady's house.Then their trip turns into a wild goose chase! The friends encounter many eccentric characters who send them from one weird and wacky location to the next. The mastermind behind it all is the Milton Smudge, who's determined to get McGrowl--no matter what! Thomas and McGrowl manage to escape unharmed, but Smudge vows he'll capture them next time... less

A family of friendly dog-lovers moves into Cedar Springs, much to the delight of Thomas, McGrowl, and Violet. But the cheerful clan may be a bit more wicked than they appear on the surface....Thomas and McGrowl have some interesting new neighbors. Cheerful Hiram Biddle and his young niece, Binky, have set up an obedience school for dogs. Soon, all the neighborhood pups and pooches, including Thomas's own dynamic doggy, are attending... moreA family of friendly dog-lovers moves into Cedar Springs, much to the delight of Thomas, McGrowl, and Violet. But the cheerful clan may be a bit more wicked than they appear on the surface....Thomas and McGrowl have some interesting new neighbors. Cheerful Hiram Biddle and his young niece, Binky, have set up an obedience school for dogs. Soon, all the neighborhood pups and pooches, including Thomas's own dynamic doggy, are attending. But then Thomas and McGrowl's partner-in-adventure, Violet, becomes best buds with Binky-and Thomas feels really left out. When Thomas starts to suspect that Binky may not be as friendly as she appears, is he just jealous--or might he be on to a sinister plan? This tail-wagging thriller will have you guessing until the end! less