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Canine Communicator
Level 2

Canine Communicator

Master the art of understanding what dogs are saying through their body language and signals.

4 Age-Appropriate Tracks
16 Total Lessons

Choose Your Age Track

Each track features age-appropriate activities, teaching methods, and lesson lengths. Progress at your own pace through all four lessons to complete this level.

Little Listeners

Little Listeners

4-6 years

Songs, puppets, simple stories, and movement activities

Lessons

Signal Spotters

Signal Spotters

7-9 years

Interactive games, group discussions, hands-on practice with demonstrations

Lessons

Communication Experts

Communication Experts

10-12 years

Deeper analysis, peer discussions, leadership scenarios, real-world applications

Lessons

Communication Masters

Communication Masters

13-17 years

Research-based learning, mentorship preparation, real-world leadership opportunities

Lessons

What You'll Achieve

1

What Does a Happy Dog Look Like?

  • •Happy dogs wiggle their whole body
  • •Happy dogs have soft, squinty eyes
2

What Does a Scared Dog Look Like?

  • •Scared dogs make themselves small
  • •Scared dogs need space, not hugs
3

Play Time or Stop Time?

  • •Play bows mean 'let's have fun!'
  • •Take breaks when dogs get tired
4

Talking to Dogs with Our Bodies

  • •Move slowly around dogs
  • •Use quiet, gentle voices

Ready to Earn Your Canine Communicator Patch?

Complete all lessons in your age track to earn this patch. Anyone at any age can progress through the levels!