The Plague Dogs Hardcover – February 12, 1978 by Richard Adams 
 
The Plague Dogs by Richard Adams is a gripping novel about two dogs who escape from a government research facility. Rowf and Snitter, the two dogs, are pursued by government agents who believe they may be carrying a deadly virus. The story is an allegory of animal rights and experimentation, and explores themes of freedom, friendship, and survival. Written by the author of the well-known novel, Watership Down, The Plague Dogs is a powerful and emotional read that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
 
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