Dog Care





1.  Tell some of the characteristics of 10 breeds of dogs; OR give a

     short history of one.



2.  Point out on a dog (or on a sketch) at least 10 parts. Give the

     correct name of each.



3.  Present a report signed by a parent or guardian describing the

     care you have given your dog for 2 months. Include these items:

     feeding schedule, food used, housing, exercising, grooming, and

     bathing. Tell what has been done to keep the dog alert and healthy.



4.  Present a written report showing about how much it costs to keep

     your dog for 2 months.



5.  Explain the right way to obedience train. Show with your dog any three

     of these commands: "Come," "Sit," "Down," "Heel," "Stay," "Take it,"

     "Drop it," "Get it."



6.  Do at least TWO of the following:

     [a] Describe what should be done to remove fleas, ticks, and lice

     from your dog. [b] Describe the symptoms of the following: distemper,

     rabies, mange, ringworm. Explain what you would do if your dog

     showed these. [c] Describe the proper treatment for sore ear, sore

     eye, fits, removing something swallowed by a dog, removing something

     stuch in its throat. [d] Explain first aid for a dogbite. List the

     things needed in every dog owner's first aid kit.



7.  Explain precautions to take in handling a hurt dog. Show how to put

     on an emergency safety muzzle. Explain how to treat wounds. Show

     how to put on a simple dressing and bandage to the foot, body, or

     head. Explain what to do if a dog is hit by a car.



8.  Tell the dangers of home treatment of a serious ailment. Report on a

     visit to a veterinary hospital; or report on a visit to an animal

     shelter.



9.  Know the laws and ordinances involving dogs in force in your town.