Weight Loss in Dogs Without Homes

Lesson Question:

Why are the stray dogs we see so skinny?

Learning Objective:

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to describe why stray dogs are so skinny and explain what is going on inside their bodies!

Lesson: Read and Discuss the Story!

Activity

Think about what Jimmy’s mom said about how much food a dog should get to stay at a healthy weight. Match the pictures below to show which dog is eating which food.

Assessment

Complete the crossword puzzle below using what you learned from Jimmy’s story! You may refer to the text for spelling help.

Further exploration

Do you want more fun activities to help you become a veterinarian like Jimmy?

AVMA’s What do veterinarians do coloring book

The FDA | How to feed your dog safely

Vet.Purdue.Edu | What is an ideal weight

Vet.Purdue.Edu | Fitness for you and your dog

Note: all images above were generated using AI technology and are CC for NC