Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Puppy Proportions: Growth Spurts & Weight Gain in a Dog

For Students 3rd - 8th
Puppies prove to be a fun and useful aid in this adorable experiment! By having access to, and measuring a puppy's body dimensions over a period of weeks or months, you can discover if segments of canine anatomy develop at different...
Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Ewww, Dog Breath! Does Active Play Take a Dog's Breath Away?

For Students 3rd - 5th
A project that requires you to play with a dog cannot be all that bad, right? This scientific experiment entails the respiratory functions of dogs. Learn the chemical and bodily processes going on within your canine companions...
Website
Other

Caring for a Senior Dog

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an informative site on caring for the older dog. Extremely thorough information is provided on diseases, health conditions, and general care.
Article
Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: News in Science: At Last! Blood Typing for Dogs

For Students 9th - 10th
From ABC News in Science, Judy Skatssoon's article discusses the possibilities of blood transfusions for dogs and the impact this will have on the future of dog care.
Handout
Canis Major Publications

Dog Owner's Guide: Zoonotic Diseases: Diseases Common to Animals and Humans

For Students 9th - 10th
A veterinarian lists and describes the diseases that people and their pets have in common.