Dogs as Pets

Nothing is cuter than a child with a new puppy or the family dog. We love our dogs! Here in America many a child's first pet is the family dog. A well trained and faithful dog is a joy to have in...

When you help your child choose a pet, you are helping him or her take a big step toward learning responsibility. In addition to that, not all children understand the difficulty involved with...

If your child loves puppies, having a puppy-themed birthday party is usually a good idea. With the various puppy-themed toys and decorations available at many mass merchants, the party should come...

Having a pet is a great way for children to learn responsibility but how do you know which pet is the right pet.

Dogs are a wonderful addition to the household, and many canines can provide safe companionship to your children. They are also a fun way to teach the kids about responsibility. The key is to...

Our dogs are a part of our family. They can be a shoulder to cry on, companionship in times of loneliness as well as a friend and confidant. You should spend time and bond with them every bit as...

Dogs can teach children so much about love, responsibility, and life in general. And growing up with a wonderful dog can make for a relationship that your child will cherish for a lifetime. But...

Pets are a wonderful addition to a child’s growing up experience and are wonderful for kids to be around in general. However, the following are some precautions to take to keep your child safe and...

Dogs are fun-loving, eager to please, non-judgemental, loyal and loving. Dogs can also be demanding, expensive, time-consuming, occasionally annoying, and even destructive. They have many needs...

Pets are a wonderful addition to a child’s growing-up experience. Aside from learning about unconditional love, they also learn responsibility and respect. The following are some ways to teach...

A new puppy is a big event in a child's life. A dog can be a great companion and a beloved friend for any child. However, in order for your child and their new pet to enjoy each other as much as...

Learn how to look for child-friendly dogs for adoption in this free how-to video clip on adopting the perfect dog from the pound.

Most children love animals and are eager to have a pet. The problem is that children do not automatically know how to handle animals. Children tend to try and show an animal affection by hugging...

After months of your child begging and pleading, you finally decide to surprise her with a new dog. If you take the time to choose the right dog and plan a calm introduction, you will set the...

Choosing the perfect pet for your child can be an exciting experience for the whole family. Know the things to consider and you will be rewarded with a wonderful new addition to the family. Read...

Many dog owners consider their pet to be a member of their family. Deciding to add a dog to your family is a big responsibility and commitment that should not be taken lightly. It is a good idea...

So your son or daughter is at that age--that "I want a puppy" age. Well, I've been working in an animal shelter for more than three years, and I still cannot believe how many parents do not do...

WARNING WARNING WARNING This can’t be stressed enough. Never take a cross country road trip with a dog—no matter how small--and a child under 10 without some serious thought and planning. The...

Retired racing greyhound dogs make wonderful indoor pets, and many do very well in households with young children. Greyhounds are gentle dogs that are generally submissive, so aggression is not an...

I grew up in a home that always had a dog. So fortunately for me, my parents instilled in me a healthy respect for the treatment of animals at a very early age. But I can still remember driving my...

Even a child-friendly pet has a breaking point. Always supervise child-pet interactions, and teach your child the best way to interact with an animal.