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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...
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.