January is going to the dogs with Woofstock, Doggie Palooza and more. Nothing is more exciting for young children than watching and interacting with puppies and dogs – all breeds, sizes and colors. So, pencil in these events on your calendar and then use a dog theme this month to do activities and read books about dogs with your children.
Make a special dog tag…
Whether you have a dog at home or not, invite your children to make fun dog tags to wear. Just like Fido at home, your child can make a tag for himself. First talk about the different names that dogs own and which name your child would like to have if he/she was a puppy. Draw and cut out a bone shape from construction paper marking the dog name with a black marker. Have the kids decorate their bone shapes with crayons and markers. Glitter paint pens are fun too! Attach a length of yarn to the shape and let the children wear their dog collar to the event.
Think up some dog stories…
This is a fun activity to do with your child and their friends. Cut pictures of dogs from old magazines and glue these onto cardboard. Place the pictures in a stack. Together, take turns picking up a dog picture, naming the animal and telling stories about them. Encourage the children by asking questions such as “What does your dog like to do? What color is your dog’s fur? Where does your dog sleep? What does your dog eat? What tricks can your dog do?” and so on. This activity is great for creative thinking and verbalization.
Dog expos in Broward County:
Third Annual Coconut Creek Dog Expo held on Saturday January 21, 2012 from 10am to 1pm.
There will be plenty of dogs and entertainment for the entire family. Shows by K-9 police dogs, live music, food and raffles for prizes. Held at the Dog Park in Windmill Park, 700 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. Call 954-545-6670 for more details. Free event.
Doggie Palozza will be held on Saturday January 28 from 10am to 3pm. It will feature a poochie fashion show, vendors with new dog products and K-9 demonstrations. Your well-behaved dog (on a leash) is invited to enjoy this expo along with the entire family. Located at Happy Tails Dog Park, 6500 SW 16th Street in Plantation. Call 954-452-2510 for more information. $1 admission per person.
Woofstock 2012 is a day of outdoor fun for dogs and dog lovers. Held on Saturday February 4th from 10am to 4pm. Full of entertainment, demonstrations, food, dog supply vendors and canine contests. There will be rescue leagues to chat with about dog adoptions. Held at the Sawgrass Sanctuary, 237 North New River Circle, Sunrise. Call 954-747-4600 for more information. Free event.
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