A family's faithful dog and the baby left in his charge share an adventure-filled Christmas Eve.

When Madeleine's parents go to the Pond Party, they leave Carl and the baby at home for a cozy winter afternoon with a babysitter. But Carl and Madeleine have plans of their own -- they want to play in the snow! After getting all bundled up, they sneak off to go sledding, build a snowman, and even make an appearance at the party and try sliding on the ice at the pond. Of course, resourceful Carl gets the baby home before her parents return -- and...

Carl tends to a sick puppy while the puppy's father takes the rest of his babies for a walk.

"Carl and Madeleine dress up in costume and go out on a Halloween adventure"--

"Mama Dog needs a rest. Can Carl take care of all three puppies?"--P. [4] of cover.

With the help of a baseball dictionary so they can learn the necessary language, an elephant and a bear take over the management of a baseball team.

Carl the rottweiler and the toddler in his care watch the preparation for Carl's surprise birthday party.

Carl the rottweiler, in charge of a baby and a puppy, takes advantage of Mom's absence to lead them on a wild romp through the park.

Carl the rottweiler explores the dog show in which his brother Gamble competes.

Beloved children's icon Good Dog, Carl has his paws full with a mischievous baby elephant who likes backyard wading pools, playgrounds and fruit stands!