By Pets in the Classroom Having a classroom pet fosters skills like responsibility, nurturing and teamwork. Children develop a sense of respect for living creatures and a connection to the natural world. But, a classroom pet also provides countless ways to enhance curriculum in creative ways. Teachers have told Pets in the Classroom[1] that they […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Australia Group: Sporting Height: 17-19 in. Weight: 33-40 lbs. Life span: 12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with older children Good with other pets: high prey drive, not safe with other pets What is the origin of the Wirehaired Styrian Mountain Hound? The ancestors of these dogs were […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Peru Group: Sighthound Height: small 10-16″; medium 16-20″; large 20-26″ Weight: small 9-18 lbs.; medium 18-26 lbs.; large 26-55 lbs. Life span: 11-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with supervision Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Peruvian Inca Orchid? The Peruvian Inca Orchid […]
