Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Man's best friend shows off impressive skills.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 5+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
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?
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.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
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.
TV Details
- Premiere date : May 15, 2000
- Cast : Jon Kalina
- Network : National Geographic Channel
- Genre : Educational
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 15, 2020
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