Why does everyone think I have to get another pet since I lost the last one I had?

Children and pets seemingly go hand in hand, but some pets are better than others when children are involved. Kids and parrots are both known for being loud, needy, and a bit obnoxious. Is that really a good recipe for a child friendly pet?

Helping your child through the experience of losing a pet is a journey. Each child travels this road in his or her own way and time.

Many studies have shown positive benefits for children when they grow up in homes with pets, however it is not always possible for a child to have a pet cat or dog. Here are some smaller pets worth consideration for children.

10 Rules to make sure that both your child and pet stay clean and healthy.

Hamsters are smaller and cuter, but are more apt to bite. Guinea Pigs on the other hand, have a cute way of communicating with you. They make a variety of sounds depending on their mood. They will greet their owner with cheerful sounds as they anticipate treats.

There are many reasons why people enter into the wonderful world of pet ownership.

There are a series of questions you need to ask yourself and your children before bringing home a new family pet. Although some people have the view that a pet “teaches” responsibility, ultimately nobody will sell a pet to an underage person. Therefore it’s an adult decision to get and maintain a pet. Ultimately it is the adult who accepts the “Lifetime Commitment” to a pet.

It’s important to teach your children how to love and respect animals at an early age. Here’s how.