How can you not love a story that begins and ends with a litter of puppies? Besides Curious George, Margret and H.A. Rey created many other adorable characters—particularly Pretzel, the longest dachshund in the world. In this 1944 tale for readers up to 7 (and dog lovers of all ages), Pretzel is a prizewinner, but Greta, the little dachshund across the street, doesn't care for long dogs. Will Pretzel ever win her over?