Instructional Video2:42
Kids Learning Videos

Pets! Learning the names of animals for Toddlers

Pre-K - K
Animal Names - Learn the names of different pets for kids! See the different familiar animals and learn their names with this video. Children and toddlers can quickly learn these animals and play a little quiz at the end to see if they...
Instructional Video8:00
PBS

Why Do People Have Pets?

12th - Higher Ed
68% of American families have a pet friend living with them. But why did humans start domesticating animals as pets and not livestock?
Instructional Video2:14
Curated Video

Carolina Organization Saves Domesticated Tigers #rescue

3rd - Higher Ed
There are 3,200 tigers estimated to be living in the wild, compared to about 10,000 being kept as pets in the U.S. As a company that rescues all wild cats, Carolina Tiger Rescue has the overall goal of eventually going out of...
Instructional Video13:50
Curated Video

What Animals Looked Like Before We Started Breeding Them for Food

12th - Higher Ed
Weird History Food is taking a look at the animals we use for our food. Around 11,000 years ago when humans first began trading nomadic lifestyles for permanent communities, they also began to domesticate animals. Species like sheep,...
Instructional Video8:31
Wonderscape

Paws and People: The Multifaceted Roles of Dogs in Human Society

K - 5th
Dive into the diverse roles of dogs throughout human history, from ancient guardians and hunters to modern service animals and social media stars. This video explores how dogs have transitioned from work partners in hunting and herding...
Instructional Video7:57
Curated Video

Hedgehogs! What, Where, and How

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Jessi introduces what hedgehogs are, where they came from, when they starting living with humans, and how to take care of them as pets.



*Gloves are not recommended for normal interactions with hedgies. Jessi used gloves during...
Instructional Video3:03
Curated Video

New Little Rescues - Feathers and Spines

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Jessi and Augusto introduce two animals who were rescued from neglect and abuse. They need some tlc and medical care to get to a happy and healthy place. Animal Wonders is happy to be able to help them.
Instructional Video3:30
Vlogbrothers

Are Pets Ethical?

6th - 11th
In which Lex Croucher ( / tyrannosauruslexxx ) fills in for Hank on the last day of pizzamas to talk about whether pets are ethical with her help of her brilliant and talented cat, Felicity.
Instructional Video6:12
Amoeba Sisters

Monohybrids and the Punnett Square Guinea Pigs

12th - Higher Ed
Learn how to use a Punnett square to solve a Mendelian monohybrid cross with one of the Amoeba Sister's favorite classroom pets: hairless guinea pigs.
Instructional Video7:33
Curated Video

Chinchillas! What, Where, and How

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Jessi shares what Chinchillas are, where the come from, and how to care for them in captivity. Featuring Cheerio the chinchilla!
Instructional Video2:14
MinuteEarth

Why Pets Have Surprisingly Small Brains

12th - Higher Ed
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Instructional Video3:48
Curated Video

Why Don't We Have Pet Foxes?

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Both foxes and dogs belong to the same family Canidae. Then why haven’t foxes become our companions too? To answer this, in 1950, a group of Russian scientists began an experiment to try and create the first ever pet fox species. The...
Instructional Video3:31
Science ABC

Why Don't We Have Pet Foxes?

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Both foxes and dogs belong to the same family Canidae. Then why haven’t foxes become our companions too? To answer this, in 1950, a group of Russian scientists began an experiment to try and create the first ever pet fox species. The...
Instructional Video9:22
Curated Video

Discovering Europe's Earliest Domesticated Dog

3rd - Higher Ed
The remains of what is considered Europe's earliest pet dog, dating back to between 14,000 and 20,000 years ago, have been discovered in an Italian cave, shedding new light on the domestication process from wolves to dogs. This finding...
Instructional Video9:10
Curated Video

Animal Self-Awareness and Sleep Secrets

6th - Higher Ed
Can animals recognize themselves in a mirror? Why do some animals sleep standing up? Explore the cognitive abilities and unique sleep adaptations of various species, from domestic pets to wild giraffes. This segment highlights the...
Instructional Video7:57
Curated Video

Exploring the Universe of Love: Showing Love to Pets, Teachers, and Ourselves

Pre-K - 3rd
In this video, the host explores the concept of love and how it can be shown to different beings, including mothers, pets, and teachers. The importance of taking care of pets and showing them love is emphasized, along with the gratitude...
Instructional Video2:21
SciShow

Why Do Dogs Pant?

12th - Higher Ed
You’ve seen dogs pant, but do you know why they do it? And is it true that dogs can’t sweat? Quick Questions has the answers!
Instructional Video1:21
SciShow

Can Dogs See Color?

12th - Higher Ed
Quick Questions dispels the myth that dogs can only see in black and white.
Instructional Video2:48
SciShow

3 Things Your Dog Should Not Be Doing

12th - Higher Ed
Dogs do a lot of weird things, and sometimes they’re funny enough to post on Tumblr. But before you do, make sure li’l Scamp isn’t doing any of these three things -- because they spell trouble.
Instructional Video4:40
Curated Video

Meet The Doggie Dress Designer Whose Fashions Have Inspired So Many!

3rd - Higher Ed
What's more fun than watching a fashion show? How about a fashion show featuring incredibly cute dogs??



That's exactly what took place recently at New York City's Historic Hotel Pennsylvania. The New York Pet...
Instructional Video8:36
Curated Video

The Secret Lives of Cats: Domestic Feline Mysteries Unveiled

6th - Higher Ed
Dive into the intriguing world of domestic cats, exploring their dual nature that balances tame affection with wild instincts. Learn how modern technology like GPS helps unravel the mysterious wanderings and territorial behaviors of...
Instructional Video5:58
Wonderscape

From Wild Wolves to Loyal Companions: The Journey of Dog Domestication

K - 5th
Discover the fascinating journey of dog domestication, from ancient wolves to today's beloved pets. This video delves into the genetic twists and self-domestication theory that transformed wolves into dogs, exploring how natural...
Instructional Video1:38
Kids Learning Videos

Types of Cats!

Pre-K - K
Types of Cats!

Learn about different types and breeds of cats with this video. Children and kids will love to see the many types of cats and learn their names. Cats are a nice domestic animal that many people have as pets....
Instructional Video2:54
SciShow

Why Are Puppy Eyes So Irresistible?

12th - Higher Ed
It’s so easy to forgive a dog, especially when they start with those puppy dog eyes. As it turns out, those puppy dog eyes and the effect they have are no accident and the result of centuries of domestication.