Spend the day in the life of a detection dog! Tucker the beagle is more than just a friendly face at the airport. As part of the "beagle brigade," he helps keep out invasive species that could hurt the environment. It's a job that would be almost impossible for humans―but for the beagle brigade, it's all in a day's work. Told from the dog's perspective, this story also includes back matter about the breed and role of the working dog.

Catherine Stier is the author of several children's books, including the award-winning If I Were President and the Kirkus star reviewed A Dog's Day chapter book series. Other honors for Stier's books include the IRA Los Angeles' 100 Best Books and the Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Books. She holds a Masters in Reading and Literacy and has served as a magazine writer, newspaper columnist, and writing instructor and has conducted children's literature research. Born in Michigan, Stier now resides in Texas.