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Dogs With Jobs (National Geographic Channel)

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Man's best friend shows off impressive skills.


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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that they and their kids will develop an increased respect for dogs' intelligence after watching the animals' skill at jobs in which humans wouldn't out-qualify them. This series is a great way to introduce kids to the idea of a "working dog" so that they can recognize and respect those they might meet in everyday life. The show also celebrates the emotional connection between humans and companion animals by highlighting their special level of co-dependence and cooperation.

Positive messages: Some scenes show how elderly people and people with various disabilities experience increased independence with the assistance of trained dogs. The dogs provide valuable services to their owners and society.
Violence & scariness: Scenes with police dogs may involve guns and gunfire, but it's only for training purposes (i.e., background shooting while the dog learns to keep his concentration).
Sexy stuff: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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Talk to your kids
Families can talk about how the dogs are selected for certain jobs. What traits do the trainers seek out for certain jobs? What special skills or natural features (size, strength, hearing, eyesight) are important? What are some of your special skills? What jobs might they make you suited for? Parents also should explain the importance of not approaching a working dog on the job.

What's the story?

What's the story?
DOGS WITH JOBS is a heartwarming tribute to the loving, intelligent, courageous canines worldwide who work beside humans in many capacities. These amazing animals sniff out drugs and bombs, track missing persons, act as eyes for the blind, and provide emotional companionship. The series explains the placement process for dogs in certain jobs, and how specialized trainers in various fields often look for particular breeds, as well as heightened senses and appropriate temperament. Each 30-minute episode usually features the stories of two or three dogs.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

Dogs With Jobs is a good TV choice for the family -- and if yours includes four-legged friends, it may inspire you to head outside and work out a few new tricks. While the segments' brevity will hold the attention of younger viewers, older ones may find themselves wanting more background or follow-up on the animals.

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TV Details
TV Rating: TV-G
Network: National Geographic Channel
Cast: Jon Kalina
Genre: Educational
Where to watch: National Geographic Channel

This review was written by Emily Ashby
 
 

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kid, 12 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


teen, 14 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


kid, 11 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


kid, 12 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


teen, 14 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


kid, 11 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


kid, 12 years old
 
when crime strikes when the city is in no mercy the police dogs are on the case to put crime in prison behind bars that for the crime they bite they are always finding dead bodys and shoot into action lots of men use not for pre teens curse words


teen, 14 years old
 
when crime strikes when the city is in no mercy the police dogs are on the case to put crime in prison behind bars that for the crime they bite they are always finding dead bodys and shoot into action lots of men use not for pre teens curse words


kid, 11 years old
 
when crime strikes when the city is in no mercy the police dogs are on the case to put crime in prison behind bars that for the crime they bite they are always finding dead bodys and shoot into action lots of men use not for pre teens curse words


kid, 12 years old
 
lots of peril in lots of parts like when they need a police dog to bite crime and put them in smelly jail and some men with jobs call people name and use curse words


teen, 14 years old
 
lots of peril in lots of parts like when they need a police dog to bite crime and put them in smelly jail and some men with jobs call people name and use curse words


kid, 11 years old
 
lots of peril in lots of parts like when they need a police dog to bite crime and put them in smelly jail and some men with jobs call people name and use curse words


kid, 12 years old
 
in one part of the tv show a police man shoots another police man and there is lots of other peril for older kids like teens and lots of cursing for teens and adults


teen, 14 years old
 
in one part of the tv show a police man shoots another police man and there is lots of other peril for older kids like teens and lots of cursing for teens and adults


kid, 11 years old
 
in one part of the tv show a police man shoots another police man and there is lots of other peril for older kids like teens and lots of cursing for teens and adults


kid, 12 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


teen, 14 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


kid, 11 years old
 
two put a leader of goodness and a killer of death they shoot him with guns and put they put him in prison not iffy or on for 11 but lots of peril between the dogs and crime


kid, 12 years old
 
lots of peril not iffy or on for ten and curse words


teen, 14 years old
 
lots of peril not iffy or on for ten and curse words

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