1. Dogs

2. 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

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

4. 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.

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

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

7. 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

8. Health
Zoonotic diseases – can be transmitted from animal to human (
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

9. 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

10. Male Vs. Female
Male and female genitals are observed easily

12. How does a dog see?

13. How does a dog smell?

14. What not to feed your dog

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What is a Purebreed? _______________
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What is a Pedigree? ________________________________
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What is a zoonotic disease? Give one example__________________________

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