How to Teach Your Kid about Taking Care of Pets

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By marielc
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Like many other parents out there, your kid wants a dog or a cat. The problem is that you can’t get one because of the economy, your allergies, or the fact that you live in a pet free apartment. Do not feel guilty. You can give your kids the joys and responsibilities of having a pet without you having to buy one.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

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The nearest animal shelter

Step 1

Go to the local animal shelter with your kid. There are animal shelters everywhere. All you have to do is look in your local phone book to find one. There are also websites that show you a list of local animal shelters. You might even want to ask the local veterinarian for suggestions.
Step 2

Once you get there, ask person in charge about volunteering opportunities. Animal shelters are in desperate need for people to help walk dogs, clean the kennels, and even take care of the puppies.
Step 3

Stay with your kid and see how your child enjoys it. He might have a great deal of fun taking care of various animals and making sure that they are ready to go off to be adopted. Don’t force the kid into doing it if it is not what they like to do.
Step 4

If you can’t volunteer at a local shelter, you can always go off and offer to pet sit for a friend who is going on vacation or even just to walk the dogs. People always need help taking care of their pets when they have to go away.

Tips & Warnings

Don't give your child a pet as a present unless you believe he is really ready.

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fifilaroach said

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on 7/20/2009 My daughter and I did research on taking care of rabbits, and made a video. She learned a lot from it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeCxSLxCUE8