There are lots of ways kids can celebrate National Farm Animals
Awareness Week. You can take the quiz below or download a few
games to test your knowledge of farm animals. Or you can simply
enjoy the artwork of cartoonist Patrick McDonnell, who is a
terrific friend of the animals. He will devote his comic strip
Mutts, which is syndicated to more than 400 newspapers
nationwide, to teaching kids (and adults alike) why farm
animals are so great.
Old MacDonald Had a Farm
Everyone's heard the old children's tune, but how many have
actually been to Old MacDonald's farm—or anyone's farm? The
best way to celebrate NFAAW is to visit a local farm where you
can meet the animals up close and in person. Pigs love belly
rubs, and cows like it if you scratch behind their ears. There
are undoubtedly farms in your area that are open to the public
year-round, and many offer tours. Just check your local
newspaper and plan your visit.
A Pop Quiz
How much do you know about farm animals? Take this
quiz to find out.
(1) It's been reported that cows give 35% more milk when
listening to the music of which artist?
A. Britney Spears
B. Aerosmith
C. Elvis Presley
(2) Pigs wallow in mud because:
A. They like getting dirty
B. Pigs can't sweat and use the mud to cool their skin
C. They just love mud wrestling
(3) True or False: Sheep can recognize up to 50 friends in a
flock.
(4) Chickens have more bones in their neck than what other
animal?
A. Dog
B. Giraffe
C. Cat
(5) What farm animal likes swimming and frolicking in the
moonlight, especially when the moon is full?
A. Cow
B. Chicken
C. Pig
1.C/ 2.B/ 3.True/ 4.B/ 5.A
- Four or five correct answers: You are a genius about farm
animals! Help spread the word!
- Three correct answers: Good job! Visit our website for
more information about farm animals.
- One or two correct answers: Send for our Farm Animals
Awareness packet so that you can learn more about farm
animals.
If you'd like more information about National Farm Animals
Awareness Week, please contact the Farm Animals department at
The HSUS: (301) 548-7790
