Yes, Peanut and Penelope are real dogs who live in the King household and have the wonderful and quirky personalities displayed in this story. Their "Mommy Lady," Dr. Winnie King has a passion for children and dogs. This led to the creation of "The Adventures of Peanut and Penelope," a series of children's educational and entertaining stories designed to teach important life principles with the help of some very sweet and mischievous dogs. This particular storyline involves pedestrian safety.