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, Heartwormsexternal – 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

Name: _______________

1. What is a Purebreed? _______________

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2. What is a Pedigree? ________________________________

3. What is a Mutt? ___________________

4. What is a zoonotic disease? Give one example__________________________

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5. Define Infectious disease and give one example. _________________________________

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6. Define Non-infectious disease and give one example. ___________________

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What not to feed your dog

• http://pets.webmd.com/dogs/ss/slideshow-foods-your-dog-should-never-eat

• http://www.pet-informed-veterinary-advice-online.com/

http://www.vetmed.wisc.edu/pbs/zoonoses/