Youth in the Dog project explore the species at many levels, from beginners to advanced and beyond.

• Wiggles and Wags, Level 1—Youth explore dog web resources, breed origins, safety, locating a missing dog, socializing a dog, showmanship, tricks, health, feeding and controlling parasites.
• Canine Connection, Level 2—Youth create a dog care budget, investigate inherited problems of dogs, conduct safety inventory, select dog food, observe veterinary procedures, teach dogs to do tricks, compare boarding kennels, etc.
• Leading the Pack, Level 3—Youth assess a dog’s vital signs, explore functions of dog body systems, investigate dog breeding, consider needs of older dogs, conduct a class for puppies, recognize value of guide dogs, identify dog ownership laws, sponsor a dog fun day, explore careers with dogs, etc.
• Dog Project Helper’s Guide—Adult helper’s can use this to guide youth as they explore: dog web resources, breed origins, safety, locating a missing dog, socializing a dog, showmanship, tricks, health, feeding and controlling parasites.

Audience: Grades 3-12