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Explore the National 4-H Dog Curriculum, and develop a stronger relationship with your dog and learn life skills along the way!
You can learn:
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Project Skills: how to select the proper dog; feed, care for and keep a dog healthy; grooming, fitting and training practices; appreciation for dogs' places in society; responsibility as a dog owner; and about dog-related careers.
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Life Skills: Responsibility, Communication, Planning & Organizing, Decision Making, Leadership.
The
resources and activities in this group will help you successfully
complete 4-H's Dog curriculum.
We have lots of
cool games and activities to help you learn all about dogs.
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Book 1: Wiggles and Wags |
Youth learn basic skills for dog care and training. Activities include knowing breeds, selecting a dog, knowing the parts of a dog, keeping a dog healthy and groomed, training and much more. |
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Book 2: Canine Connection |
Youth explore more about dog health, nutrition, and care, genetic problems, population control, showmanship, training, ethics and budgeting. |
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Book 3: Leading the Pack
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Experienced youth investigate responsible breeding, diseases, caring for geriatric dogs, training, service dogs, dog roles and careers related to dogs. This guide provides youth with numerous leadership opportunities |
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Dog Helper's Guide |
Group games and activities provide helpers with ideas for facilitating learning. Service learning opportunities are encouraged. Training activities and resources are highlighted. |
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National 4-H
Curriculum focuses on 4-H's three primary mission
mandates:
Youth
activity guides are filled with fun, engaging experiences that cultivate
abilities youth need for everyday living as they progressively gain knowledge
about subjects that interest them. The National 4-H
Reviewed and Recommended Seal signifies excellence in providing hands-on
learning experiences for youth. State 4-H programs
within the Cooperative Extension System, National 4-H Headquarters at USDA, and
National 4-H Council provide leadership for the development of National 4-H
Curriculum. This partnership provides the knowledge, resources and
management necessary to develop and market quality youth curriculum.
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