As long as I can remember I have had dogs and cats for pets while I was growing up. As an adult I have always had two or three cats living with me.
For families with infants and/or toddlers bringing the right kind of pet into you home is a decision that takes some thought and investigation. Thinking of safety for your children as well as the pet is of utmost importance.
Puppies and kittens may not always be the best mix for your infant or toddler as they are learning how to interact with others just as your children are. In addition, young pups and kittens have baby teeth and razor sharp claws and can accidentally cause harm to an infant or toddler.
A better choice might be a puppy or kitten older than 4 months. Still, you will always want to supervise small children when they are with their pet. There is no way to predict how a dog or cat will react to an infant or toddler who is pulling yanking out the dog’s hair or pulling the cat’s tail.
Children will always need guidance to learn how to pet the family dog or cat and play nice. Your family pet may be the best playmate for your child, but supervision is required to ensure there is no rough playing, which can cause harm if the playing gets out of hand.
Children may try to jump on the dog’s back or grab the cat by the tail. Actions like these require a quick “No” and an explanation as to why that behavior is unaccedptable. Try focusing your child’s attention on an activity that is calmer, such as playing fetch or teaching tricks.
Whether or not you decide a dog or cat is the right pet for your family a kitten 3d wooden puzzle will delight you children. Our bright red cat has five kittens, each a separate toy that your children will have fun playing with. There is also a dog family puzzle if you prefer dogs.
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