Children and pets, will it work?

How can my child benefit from the fact that a pet?

1.Social skills and self-esteem. Feelings and positive experiences with their pets can help children feel good about themselves. The love of a pet can also help children to love and trust of others.

2.Exercise. All pets need to move and play with their pets, the game is a fun, something physical with the lifestyle of your children.

3.Responsibility and respect. To learn how to take care of themAnimals can help children develop compassion, concern and responsibility towards others. Also, how did the life cycle of animals, the parents the opportunity to talk with their children about birth, illness and death.

4.Parent interaction. Children and their parents to spend more time playing with them and care for their pets.

How can my child take care of animals?

1. A small child can help by feeding or providing fresh water for theirPet (parties) must be measured to you.

2. Children can help to pass the animal on foot, of course, not alone, but only one more time with your child.

3.Children you can help with bathing and care of animals.

4.Assign Give your child small, simple tasks that can be performed under your control.

How can my child healthy and safe for a pet?

Animals 1.CHOOSE your wisdom, if not already studying a pet, and learn theirfrom different breeds and varieties, you will notice that some are very "kid friendly".

2.Consider allergies could have a family member, before the acquisition of a pet. Consult your pediatrician about allergies children who may be present.

3.Take your pet to the veterinarian, a general check before you bring them home.

* Always check the interaction between pets and children.

* Teach your children not to touch your pet, unless you say it's okdo.

* Never leave unattended children or pets. Children tend to be rough and that an attack could cause damage or a small pet.

* Make sure your child stays away, while the animal eats, sleeps or takes care of her offspring.

* Teach your child to maintain good hygiene, avoid contact with animal droppings and wash their hands after playing with the animal.

* Treat immediately any scratch or caused by the bite of the animals. Consult with your childPediatrician if the scratch or bite your child's skin tears.