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Questions
- Who can help if your dog is big or nervous during a bath?
- What should you put under the dog in the tub to stop slipping?
- Where should you start wetting the dog with water?
- When should you rinse all the shampoo away?
- Why do you think the text says to brush your dog before the bath?
- Yes or No: Should you use shampoo made for dogs, not human shampoo?
- What should you do after the bath to make the dog feel good?
True or false
- You should use warm water to wash your dog. (True / False)
- It is okay to put shampoo in the dog’s eyes. (True / False)
- Leftover shampoo can make the skin itchy. (True / False)
- You should dry the dog with a towel or a hair dryer on high. (True / False)
- Baths are always needed every day for all dogs. (True / False)
Discussion Questions
- How often do you think you should wash your dog? Why?
- Have you ever washed a pet? Tell the class what happened.
- What tools would you like to use when you wash a dog? Why?
- How would you help a nervous dog during a bath?
- Do you prefer to wash pets inside or outside? Explain your choice.
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Answer Key
Questions
- Answer: Another person / ask another person to help.
- Answer: A non-slip mat.
- Answer: Start from the neck down.
- Answer: After you rub the shampoo in; rinse well until the water is clear.
- Answer: Because brushing removes tangles and loose fur and makes the bath easier and more comfortable.
- Answer: Yes.
- Answer: Give praise and a small treat; give a calm space to rest.
True or false
- You should use warm water to wash your dog. (True) — The text says warm water feels good.
- It is okay to put shampoo in the dog’s eyes. (False) — The text says never put shampoo in the dog’s eyes.
- Leftover shampoo can make the skin itchy. (True) — The text warns to rinse well because leftover shampoo can make skin itchy.
- You should dry the dog with a towel or a hair dryer on high. (False) — The text says a hair dryer on low, not high.
- Baths are always needed every day for all dogs. (False) — The text says many dogs need a bath about once a month; daily baths are not needed.