Living safely with dogs

Helps children build safe, kind relationships with dogs they live with or know.

Jazz the Spaniel at home, snoozing on the sofa next to members of his family

About this Workshop

This workshop helps children build safe, kind relationships with dogs they live with or know. Using the 'ABCs of being a dog’s best friend' this lesson explores behaviours and scenarios that dogs can often find worrying and teaches children alternative, safe ways to interact with dogs. 

Living safely with dogs

Resources and worksheets

Workshop user guide

Useful tips for getting the best from our videos and resources.

pdf 5.1 MB
Workshop user guide

Activity sheet 

Optional children's activity sheet, reinforcing key safety messages. 

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Activity sheet - Living safely with dogs

Answer sheet

An accompanying answer sheet to help you guide children through the activity sheet.

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Answer sheet - Living safely with dogs

Pup promise templates

Children are invited to create their own "Pup Promise," to demonstrate how they will change their behaviour around dogs. This is also available as part of the activity sheet.

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My pup promise
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Pup promise cut-outs

Feedback and certificate

We would love your feedback on these resources! Please fill in our survey to share your thoughts and download a certificate of completion for your class / group.

Need support?

If you have any queries please contact our education team.

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