Learning Objective Students will be able to discuss the diversity of life found in different habitats.   Grade Levels K-2   Next Generation Science Standard LS4-1. Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats.   Materials Needed Pictures of habitats (a set for each group) Pictures of animals […]

Learning Objective Students will be able to compare and contrast the needs of plants versus the needs of animals.   Grade Levels K-2   Next Generation Science Standard LS1-1. Use observations to describe patterns of what plants and animals (including humans) need to survive.   Materials Needed Image of plant and dog Venn diagram “Basic […]

Learning Objectives Students shall be able to locate nutrition labels. Students shall critically analyze typical ingredients found in many dog foods compared to the nutrients a dog naturally needs. Students shall construct a food web and use it to then complete an energy pyramid. Students shall know and be able to compare and contrast the […]

Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this lesson, students will understand the difference between wants and needs and how they are different for each living thing.   Grade Levels K-2   National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies 7-Production, Distribution and Consumption   Materials Needed Index cards   Lesson Introduction Introduce the lesson by explaining that […]

Rover.com released their annual list of top dog names this weekend. In addition to seeing the classics remain in the top ten, they also saw an increase in pop culture dog names, dogs named after powerful women, and food names. The top ten names for male dogs are: Max Charlie Buddy Cooper Jack Rocky Bear […]

Putting a pudgy dog on a diet is a challenge, but it’s worth the effort. Dogs who maintain a proper weight have higher quality of life and lower vet bills. Whether the dieter is canine or human, the trick is to find the happy medium between maintaining a healthy weight and the daily pleasure of […]

Cin Go of Massapequa, N.Y., asks about her adult Beagle: When I go outside to walk my dogs in front of my house, if another dog has just been there, my Beagle starts barking and howling excessively and gets aggressive with my other dog that I am walking. Can you please assist!? It sounds like […]

Eight-to-ten weeks is the age at which most breeders send puppies to their new homes, and it is important to let buyers know that they need to continue with socialization when they get their new puppy home. The pups need to continue meeting new people. This is the final four weeks of the most important […]

From outdoor adventures to lounging to playtime, these practical dog gifts entertain, comfort, and even feed your dog. Treat your canine BFF to the perfect gift this year. Collars and Leashes Big dogs, little dogs, polite walkers, pullers, and tuggers ‚Äî they each need a collar and leash, and our collection has something for everyone. […]

There's a special event at the AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin in Orlando, Fla. where the only competition may be for which dog breed you fall in love with first. AKC Meet the Breeds® gives dog lovers, adults and children, alike, a unique chance to meet and play with dogs of more than […]