Paws and Play: Taking Care of Your Dog

Paws and Play: Taking Care of Your Dog

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand how to take care of a dog and be a responsible pet owner.

What do you already know about looking after a dog?

Introduction to Dogs

Dogs are loyal pets that bring joy and companionship. They need love, care, and attention, just like we do.

Basic Needs of Dogs

Dogs need food, water, exercise, and a safe place to sleep. They also need regular vet check-ups and grooming.

Feeding Your Dog

Dogs should be given the right amount of healthy food at regular times. Avoid feeding them human food or foods that are harmful to dogs.

Exercising Your Dog

Dogs need daily exercise to stay healthy and happy. This includes walks, playtime, and activities to keep them active.

Grooming and Hygiene

Regular grooming, including brushing their fur and keeping their nails trimmed, is essential for a dog's health. Bathing should be done when necessary.

Vet Check-ups and Health

Dogs need to visit the vet for regular check-ups and vaccinations. It's important to look out for signs of illness or discomfort in your dog.

Being a Responsible Dog Owner

Responsible pet ownership means providing love, care, and a safe environment for your dog. It also involves understanding and following local laws related to pets.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.