It looks so innocent. Three sides...a swinging gate....a quiet, empty, beckoning space... and a six foot rope. Why is it then, that sheep often hit an invisible barrier as they approach this inanimate object we call the free-standing pen? Why do they stop, lean back, then shy away and hesitate to enter? Could it be […]

Keeping a flock of sheep for stockdog training is an option that many handlers would love to have, but many feel they don't have the facilities or knowledge to maintain a flock of sheep. A little bit of research into this species of animal can take much of the mystery away and open up great […]

Learning Objectives Students will locate details about dog body language in texts with partners and in small groups. ELL Level Expanding Materials Needed Optional: Canine Ambassador brings dog to demonstrate different behaviors/body language. Copies of the article “Safety Around Dogs: National Bite Prevention Week” found at https://www.akc.org/canine-partners/safety-around-dogs-national-bite-prevention-week/, or computers to access the article online. Copies […]

https://youtu.be/bzZLj6dLX-M   Many people ask, why can’t I just throw the ball and create play? The answer is that you can, but it all too often leads to problems. Most people that want to throw for a reward will quickly add many rules to otherwise fun and easy play. The dog must heel or sit […]

Remember that you are not preparing for this test. We are looking for natural ability more than trained response. You need an open area that is unfamiliar to the dog. With the 3 month test you need less space than the other tests at 6, 9, and 12 months. You’ll need at least an acre […]

https://youtu.be/bzZLj6dLX-M   Many people ask, why can’t I just throw the ball and create play? The answer is that you can, but it all too often leads to problems. Most people that want to throw for a reward will quickly add many rules to otherwise fun and easy play. The dog must heel or sit […]

Learning Objectives Students will read a folklore and create their own using similar characteristics. Grade Levels 9-10 Common Core Standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.2 Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="Comparing and Contrasting Characters for Grades 1-2"] Comparing and Contrasting Characters in the picture book Because of Bentley and the video Denali the Therapy Dog Learning Objectives Students will compare and contrast the adventures and experiences of two therapy dogs. Grade Levels 1-2 Common Core Standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.9 Compare and contrast the adventures and experiences […]

MACH Snowden's Swiper MXB MJB MFB TQX T2B2 owned by Cindy Snowden of Peoria, IL A friend from the animal shelter texted Cindy a blurry photo of an All American dog stating, “I think I found you a dog you can do some agility with.” When she met him, she knew this was her next […]

Dr. Jerry Klein, the American Kennel Club Chief Veterinary Officer, shares information about discoloration on dog's face. Return to the Vet's Corner