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eBook
Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: Jerry of the Islands by Jack London

For Students 9th - 10th
Classic Reader provides numerous classic works from famous authors. First published in 1917, one publication is Jerry of the Islands. This novel was written by Jack London.
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Handout
Encyclopedia of Life

Encyclopedia of Life: Dog

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Dogs (Canis lupus familiaris), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species, and maps of its global distribution can also be found...
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Article
Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: News in Science: Dogs Do Have Personalities

For Students 9th - 10th
From ABC News in Science, Jennifer Viegas's article deals specifically with the issue personality and its manifestation in dogs. The article utilizes findings from the research of Professor Samuel Gosling.
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Article
Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: News in Science: Dogs Feel Jealous When Three's a Crowd

For Students 9th - 10th
From ABC News in Science, Jennifer Viegas's article deals with dog's jealousy over any interruption in their relationship with another dog or their owner.
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Article
Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: News in Science: Dogs Prefer Winners

For Students 9th - 10th
From ABC News in Science, Jennifer Viegas's article deals with social behavior of dogs and current research suggesting that they gravitate toward "winners." When they observe other animals or animal-human interaction, they go towards the...
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Primary
Library of Congress

Loc: Poetry 180: Biscuit

For Students 9th - 10th
This two-stanza poem describes a dog's trust in its owner.
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Primary
Library of Congress

Loc: Poetry 180: Animals

For Students 9th - 10th
This poet reflects on the happiness that animals bring to life.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Patterdale Terrier

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed overview of the breed standards for the Patterdale Terrier can be found here. Content includes a look at appearance, temperament, size, head, body, coat, and more.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Dachshund

For Students 9th - 10th
Although Wikipedia is a "free" encyclopedia, it usually has good entries. This entry includes a description and information on temperament, health, and history.
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Website
Other

Dog play.com: Behavior, Socialization, and Training

For Students 9th - 10th
While containing its own information, this site from Dog-Play.Com works best as a link to lots of other information on dogs and their behavior. Each article available is summarized.
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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.
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Handout
Canis Major Publications

Dog Owner's Guide: Breed Profiles

For Students 9th - 10th
Articles about many different dog breeds. Each gives an in-depth look at its characteristics, temperament and such. Great resource!
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Rottweiler

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides photographs and facts about the Rottweiler. Describes its temperament and emphasizes the critical importance of proper training if this type of dog is not to become aggressive and dangerous.
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Saint Bernard

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides photographs and facts about the Saint Bernard. Describes its temperament and the importance of proper training.
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Shih Tzu

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a photograph and some facts about the Shih Tzu, a popular small dog breed.
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Handout
Other

Pregnancy in Dogs

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a short synopsis of how to care for a pregnant dog.
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Website
Other

Pet Coach: Dogs

For Students 9th - 10th
Lots of information about the responsibility of owning a dog: acquiring a new dog, nutrition and care, grooming, training, and diseases.
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eBook
LM Digital Media

Kids World Fun: Travel With Me in My Dreams [Pdf]

For Students K - 1st
This ebook shares the story of two dogs named Mattie and Mickey. Students can follow Mattie and Mickey on their imaginary travels to real locations that exist around the world.
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eBook
LM Digital Media

Kids World Fun: Big Mac and Little Dipper: The Other Side [Pdf]

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This ebook is a coloring book edition of a story about two dogs, Big Mac and Little Dipper. Students will enjoy reading about two dogs who venture beyond their fenced in yard. What will happen to them?
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Whiteboard
ClassFlow

Class Flow: Farm Animal and Their Offspring Part 2

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is designed to help students be able to identify farm animals and their offspring. The students will identify farm animals, see their offspring, complete a chart of farm animals and...
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Animals for Kids: Poodle Dog

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the Poodle dog, intelligent energetic popular pet and work dog.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Animals for Kids: Yorkshire Terrier Dog

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the Yorkshire Terrier dog, small toy dog with long hair bred as a ratter on this website.
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Handout
Other

Dog Breed Info Center: Toy Poodle

For Students 9th - 10th
Affectionately called the French Poodle, here is a darling picture of two little ones plus a good description of temperament, height, weight, origin and more.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Statuette of a Dog

For Students 9th - 10th
A small statue of a dog was a popular type of toy for children.