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2012年9月28日 星期五

Choosing the Right Pet For Your Child


Pets are something that nearly every child looks forward to and wants to have in their home. But in choosing the right pet for your child there are a number of things to consider.

The first thing to consider is your child's age and maturity level. While some experts suggests that your child should be at least six years old before having a pet, what really matters in their level of maturity. Before choosing a pet for your child you should be confident that they have self-control and know to obey the word "no". This is very important because if your child is unable to follow directions completely it can cause harm to both the pet and your child. Make sure before you even consider bringing a pet into the home that all of your children are aware of the rules and restrictions that come with having that pet.

The second thing to consider is age of the pet. While many people will prefer a puppy or a kitten that can grow with the family and be trained with the family, it may actually be better for younger children to have an older pet. Pets that are fully grown are normally calmer, and if you get one that already has experience around children and has been trained, you can reduce the amount of problems that come with training and caring for a new pet.

Often puppies and kittens will bite and scratch as way of playing and of learning, and can injure your child, causing them to dislike the new pet. The added benefit of an older pet is less mess, they will not have to be potty trained or taught not to scratch the furniture.

The type of pet that you wish to choose for your child is also very important. Dogs and cats are the most popular and among the safest pets because they are domesticated and meant to live in a household. Other animals like amphibians, reptiles or birds are normally not domesticated or adjusted to living in a household and can therefore cause a number of problems, including running away. These animals are better suited to living in their natural habitats and can often make troublesome or unaffectionate pets.

Larger rodents like rabbits or guinea pigs can be good choices for building up to a larger pet like a dog or cat. They are relatively easy to care for and will become friendly if socialized and handled often. If your child is able to follow your households "pet" rules with a small pet first, you can be confident that you can move on to a cat or a dog.

By choosing an animal that suits your lifestyle, and your parenting style, and suits your child's personality, you can provide your child with a friend and companion to grow up with and learn from.




Denise Sanger is the owner of NewCoolToysOnline.com?which carries a great selection of pool toys and bath tub toys.? She also owns USAPoolToy.com which is a wholesale distributor of toys and gifts.? The company may be reached at 877/950-7665.




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