A Boy I Knew and Four Dogs by Laurence Hutton is a touching story of true friendship and devotion. The main character is a boy who meets four different dogs at different times in his life. Each of these dogs has its own unique feature and helps the boy overcome various challenges and obstacles on the way to his dream. The author, telling about the adventures of a boy and his four-legged friends, draws the reader's attention to the meaning of friendship, loyalty and mutual understanding. "The Boy I Knew and Four Dogs" is a book that inspires new discoveries, knowledge and self-belief.