Dogs

Varieties Groups: Herding, Toy, Non-sporting, Hounds, Terriers, Working, Sporting Purebred – Mom and dad belong to same breed Pedigree – record of ancestry Mix breed (Mutt) – Mom and dad have 2 or more breeds among them

Characteristics Dogs are one of the most popular pets in the world Dogs exist in a wide range of sizes, colors, and temperaments

Housing Dogs have been domesticated and should live indoors with human affection Certain breeds can adapt to outside living with proper protection from the elements Exercise is necessary for most dogs. Amount of exercise needed varies according to the size of the animal, age, breed and what the dog is being used for.

Feeding Many types of commercial food: puppy, adult, active, senior, medical 3 different types: Dry, semi moist, canned

Information Gestation about 63 days Wean 6 weeks Lifespan – varies according to breed 6-15 years Sexually mature – 6-12 months

Where is the best place to get a dog? Shelter – 3-4 million animals euthanized each year Puppy stores are bad – they get dogs from puppy mills RESEARCH breed and experience dogs energy level before adopting DON’T BREED OR BUY WHILE HOMELESS ANIMALS DIE

Health Zoonotic diseases – can be transmitted from animal to human (http://www.vetmed.wisc.edu/pbs/zoonoses/) Infectious diseases (caused by virus, bacteria, microorganisms): Canine distemper, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus, Kennel cough (bordetella), Rabies, Coronavirus Noninfectious diseases (caused by genetics, environment) – Heart disease, Hip dysplasia, Cherry eye, Anal glands Ringworm – Fungus Parasites internal – Roundworms, Hookworms, Whipworms, Tapeworms, Heartworms external – Fleas, ticks, Mites

Handling Observe dogs body language Never put your face close to an animal Do not attempt to break up a dog fight with your hands

Male Vs. Female Male and female genitals are observed easily

How does a dog see?

How does a dog smell?

What not to feed your dog http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/ss/slideshow-foods-your-dog-should-never-eat

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