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I Want a Dog!
by Nicki Clausen-Grace
Introduction .............................................. 2
Breeds of Dogs ........................................ 3
A Dog’s Life ............................................. 6
What Dogs Need ..................................... 7
What Dogs Cost ..................................... 10
Glossary ................................................. 12
Index ....................................................... 13
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IntroductionHave you ever asked your parents to buy you a
dog? More than 4,000,000 people own dogs.
Read on to see if a dog is the pet for you.
More than 4,000,000 people own dogs.
Dogs make good pets.
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Breeds of DogsThere are many different breeds, or types, of
dogs. The most popular breed in the United
States is the Labrador (LA bruh dor) Retriever
(ree TREE ver).
Many people own Labrador Retrievers.
Dog Breed How Popular It Is
Labrador Retriever 1st
German Shepherd 2nd
Yorkshire Terrier 3rd
Beagle 4th
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Where Dog Breeds Came From
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Where Breeds StartedEach dog breed originally came from somewhere.
Now, they can be born anywhere.
Key:
German Shepherd Beagle
Index
Beagle 3, 4
Breeds 3–5
Dog Costs 10, 11
Dog Crate 7
German Shepherd 3, 4
Grooming 8, 9
Labrador Retriever 3, 4, 5
Shelter 7
Yorkshire Terrier 3, 4, 5
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Glossary
Breeds—Types of dogs
Groom—To clean your dog
Shelter—A place a dog is safe
Survive—To live
Veterinarian—A pet doctor
Labrador Retriever Yorkshire Terrier
6
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0Bernese
Mountain DogLhaso Apso Dalmatian
Maximum Life Span in Years
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A Dog’s LifeJust like you, a dog starts out small and then
grows up. Later, the dog becomes old. When
a dog is born, she is called a puppy. Dogs live
from eight to twenty years. Most dogs live about
thirteen years.
Puppy
0–8 Months
Teenage Dog
8 Months– 3 Years
8 Years and Older3 Years– 8 Years
Adult Dog Senior
Timeline of a Dog’s Life
Maximum Life Span in Years
Some dogs like toys for chewing. Dogs need a collar and a leash.
Veterinarians are pet doctors. They check weight, eyes, ears, and more.
Dog GearEven a free dog needs some things to live safely and happily. Dogs need dishes for food and water. They also need a collar and a leash. Dogs need a brush and toenail clippers. Many dogs enjoy having a special bed to lie on and toys just for them. You don’t have to spend a lot of money on fancy gear for your dog. What matters is that you spend time playing and taking care of him.
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What Dogs CostDogs make great pets, but they do cost money to
take care of. Visits to the veterinarian (vet ur uh
NAIR ee uhn), or pet doctor, cost money. So do
dog food, toys, and gear.
Cost of Owning Dog for One YearItem Cost of Item Quantity Total
Dog Food $11.99 17 $203.83
Vet Visits $200.00 4 $800.00
Treats $3.00 12 $36.00
Shampoo, etc. $3.00 12 $36.00
Boarding $15.00 7 days $105.00
Total Amount $1,180.83
Dogs enjoy toys. Some dogs have special beds.
What Dogs NeedDogs need a few things to
survive (ser VIVE), or live.
They need food and fresh
water every day.
Dogs need shelter (SHEL ter) from bad
weather. Shelter can be:
• A doghouse
• Your house
• A dog crate
Dog Crate
Dogs need shelter.
Dogs need food.
Doors
Removable Tray
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How to Groom a DogDogs also need to be groomed, or cleaned.
Grooming is easy and fun.
Daily ExerciseDogs also need exercise every day. A walk or
game of catch does the trick.
Ears and TeethDogs need a little help
keeping their ears and
teeth clean. When you
give your dog a bath, it is
a good idea to also clean
his ears with a cotton ball.
Special toothpaste is used
to keep dogs’ teeth clean.
This helps to keep the
dog healthy.
1. Get the dog wet. Rub a handful of dog shampoo all over him.
2. Rinse well until the water runs clear.
3. Rub your dog dry with a soft towel.
Dogs need exercise. Dogs need love. Inside of a dog’s earA dog’s teeth