Kids' DVDs for Dog Lovers

The two-disc Platinum Edition of the Disney classic 101 Dalmatians features all kinds of puppy related content which allows kids to interact with activities such as creating a virtual puppy and finding out which Dalmatian puppy they most resemble. The beloved story about Pongo, Perdita, and their 99 puppies is also digitally restored with enhanced picture and sound. The sequel to the movie, 101 Dalmatians 2: Patch's London Adventure, tells the story of the memorable pup Patch, and his quest to stand out among all of the spots. Both movies are rated G.

In this updated, live-action version of the classic animated 101 Dalmatians movie, Glenn Close brings Cruella De Vil's creepy character to life. Kids will enjoy watching the movie with real dogs playing the familiar Dalmatian characters. The sequel to the movie, 102 Dalmatians, continues the story. Cruella remains the villain, but the puppies are the stars. Both movies are rated G.

Another Disney classic, The Fox and the Hound tells the story of an unlikely friendship. Doggy fans may be less familiar with the 2006 sequel, The Fox and the Hound II. The Fox and the Hound II is one of the better Disney sequels, with talented singers like Reba McEntire providing music for the soundtrack. Both DVDs are rated G.

Everyone remembers the classic love story of Lady and the Tramp. One of the best-loved dog stories of all time, Lady and the Tramp tells the story of the uptown Lady and how she fell for a stray from the wrong side of town. Unfortunately, the DVD is hard to find these days, but with new Blu-ray discs coming out all of the time, there may be a new release soon. Rated G.

Beverly Hills Chihuahua is a live-action movie starring Drew Barrymore (as the voice of Chihuahua, Chloe), Piper Perabo, Manolo Cardona, Jamie Lee Curtis, and many more big names. The story follows Chloe's adventure as she is lost in Mexico and struggles to find her way home. Kids will enjoy the countless number of canines in the movie, and little girls will especially enjoy all of Chloe's little designer outfits. (PG)

12-year-old Josh Framm has lost his father and his life as he knew it. Along with his mother and sister, Josh has moved to a new town, and he doesn't have any friends -- until he finds Buddy. A lost golden retriever, Buddy becomes Josh's new best friend. But, that's not all: Josh discovers that Buddy can play basketball! (Rated PG).

Air Buddies is just one DVD in the Air Bud DVD series. The DVDs follow the famous sports dog Air Bud and his lovable pups, the Buddies. The DVDs are great for kids who love dogs and sports, and the adorable Air Buddies will capture the heart of both boys and girls. Other Buddies DVDs are also available: Snow Buddies, another story in the saga of the adventurous pups in which they get to mush with an Alaskan husky, and Space Buddies, which follows the Buddies on a trip to the moon. Air Buddies is rated PG; Snow Buddies and Space Buddies are rated G.

Starring Annasophia Robb as "Opal," Because of Winn-Dixie tells the story of Opal's struggle to make friends, and how a stray dog led her to find true meaning in people and friendships. Rated PG.

Three members of a scientific expedition: Jerry Shepard (Paul Walker), his best friend, Cooper (Jason Biggs), and a rugged American geologist (Bruce Greenwood), are forced to leave behind their team of beloved sled dogs due to a sudden accident and perilous weather conditions in Antarctica. The dogs are left to survive on their own for over 6 months in the harsh frozen wilderness. The film is inspired by the events of a 1958 Japanese Antarctic Expedition, which also inspired the Japanese film Nankyoku Monogatari (1983) a.k.a. Antarctica. The fact that the film is inspired by a true story makes it that much more interesting for kids. Rated PG, for some peril and brief mild language.

Rex may be a canine, but he is also a Hollywood superstar. His acting has won him fame, fortune, and a very pampered life. But, when Rex gets lost during a shoot, he is left to fend for himself in a city where nobody appreciates who he is. A firefighter's son, Shane, finds Rex and the two get a chance to help each other find the heroes inside themselves. Rated PG, for sequences of action peril, some mild crude humor and language.