In science class we have been researching and practicing "healthy habits." We have looked at various topics such as bathing, nutrition, and grooming . This week we are going to focus on keeping our pets happy and healthy, as we compare the similarities and differences between caring for ourselves and our pets.
Grade Level: Third grade
Objective:
Students will be able to recognize the "healthy habits" necessary in the
life of a healthy and happy pet.
Directions:
1. Print
this worksheet now.
2. Use
the following web sites to answer the questions below.
Caring for
Cats:
http://www.allpets.com/allcats/catcare/catcare.html
Caring for
Dogs:
http://www.allpets.com/alldogs/canine/caninecare.html
Caring for
Our Cats
1. What
must you do before giving your cat a bath?
2. Where
is the best place to bath your cat?
3. What
are some ways to dry your cat?
4. What
nutrients are necessary in a cat's diet?
5. What
are some health problems that a "Fat Cat"(a cat that is too fat) can have?
Caring for
Our Dogs 
6. What
are the necessary materials for bathing your dog?
7. What
should you do before bathing your dog?
8. What
must you do to prevent infection in your dogs ears?
9. "Dog
toenails grow like human finger and toenails." Is this true or false?
10. What
nutrients are necessary in a dog's diet?
* 11. What is one or more of the most important things you learned
about caring for cats and dogs?
For questions and/or comments, please e-mail me at: jjfleming@mail.viterbo.edu