For those parents sitting on the edge, here are several positive
reasons you might not have thought of to bring a pet home for your
kids:
Aside from building great memories, having a pet in the house
actually serves some pretty incredible purposes when it comes to
the emotional development and even physical health of kids.
Multiple studies point to the
positive impact that companion animals have on our kids, but don’t
despair if allergies, building policies or finances keep you from
being able to add to the family at the moment. There are plenty of
programs and volunteer opportunities out there that allow kids to
engage with animals one-on-one and reap many of the rewards
that having a companion in the home would provide. Either way,
kids and animals alike benefit from each other’s company, and
they enjoy some pretty valuable benefits along the way.



1. A study in the Journal of Pediatrics shows that kids who had a
dog during the first year of
their life had higher immune response, with 31% fewer respiratory tract infections than those without.


2. I think I can, I think I can!
Children with a companion animal in the home have higher self-esteem impulse control and social skills.


3. Living with and interacting with a family pet increases empathy and compassion.


4. Having a furry friend in the house can help instill a sense of responsibility in kids, so keep assigning those poop scooping chores. It’s for their own good.


5. They’ll never lack for a soft pillow. : )


6. Children with autism, other spectrum disorders or ADHD can
experience lowered blood pressure and better cognitive and
communication gains when able to participate in therapy dog programs.


7. Kids who find reading a challenge have higher success when reading to their pet. Researchers posit that this can be the result of lowered stress when in the presence of Mr.Whiskers.


8. They get this Feeling of being loved unconditionally?- I can tell
you that, that feeling is Priceless.


9. Kids with pets get outside more—to go for walks, run and play —and enjoy all the associated health benefits.


10. Nurturing a pet is an acceptable way for boys to "parent play"—to practice being caregivers.


11. Sharing the love and care of a family pet forges an additional
common bond among siblings.


12. Playing with dogs may help lower blood pressure.


13. Children who grow up in homes with pets have less risk of developing common allergies and asthma.


There are so many benefits that pets provide for kids! It's easy for
kids to get wrapped up in the idea of owning a new pet(Dog), but
it's up to their parents to make sure the experience is a positive
one and that the pets(Dog) receive the care they need for their
entire lives.
Kids tend to think of all the good, fun benefits of having a pet
(Dog). Parents who are experienced, or even first-time pet owners,
know there is a lot of patience, time and effort involved but that the
payoff of sharing your home and life is the unconditional love a
well-cared-for pet(Dog) gives. It's well worth it.


Cc lalasticlala fynestboi mynd44

kingreign:
Yes, especially around Doberman and Rottweiler breeds and it's important the parents are always starving the dogs and the dogs are unleashed within the house when the children are around.



Damn it dude. Dogs around kids are like Nuclear missiles around Boko haram territories.

Breeds such as Boerboels are fantastic kid companions and guardians, and do well around children

GogetterMD:

Breeds such as Boerboels are fantastic kid companions and guardians, and do well around children

thank you!

A lot(millions) of Nigerians hate and therefore neglects the importance of having a dog as a pet.



This piece will educate them on the importance of that creature(Man's best friend)

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Dis one get as e be oh

Empty

Not good for Muslim homes

Ok.

hmmmmm....are you talking about bingo abi foreign breeds? ayam.not understanding at all at all o

I'm so getting 2 dogs and a cat...

I hope my bingo is also in the loop...

Very rare to have Nigerians having great love for cats like Japanese do... Even ordinary Dog that is the man's best friend is an endangered species in some Nigerian states like Ondo and Akwa Ibom just to mention a few...

Until your pikin begin bark your eyes go clear

GogetterMD:

Breeds such as Boerboels are fantastic kid companions and guardians, and do well around children

A GSD will treat your kid better than neighbours

I support this.

I have 4 dogs in the house.

But lala will prefer snakes to dogs

kingreign:
Yes, especially around Doberman and Rottweiler breeds and it's important the parents are always starving the dogs and the dogs are unleashed within the house when the children are around.



Damn it dude. Dogs around kids are like Nuclear missiles around Boko haram territories.

1. Not all dogs are starved by the parents.. Which responsible parent will starve a dog?

2. A rottweiler is good around kids if trained to be. Train your dog and it will be what you want it to be. Same GSD that plays with babies have also been reported to kill a baby. So its about training and teaching the children not to poke or annoy the dog. Any breed will react if provoked.

Is it psychologically approved by psychoanalyst?

I prefer cat to dog cat is my favourite pet

God bless Nigeria.

hausa dog nkor??

Cool

Alakoba mani OP yi ke

Which is the best pet to have? Not comfortable with biting pets.

Really do not send dogs but these benefits for kids ain't bad. Considering for my unborn

If anyone has payoneer funds for sale pls hit my whatsapp @signature, would buy @340/$

i hate dogs

Let's talk about when the dog eventually eats them..

I like dogs so much, and I must get one when I get my house

that useless animal.

i dont like dog atall.

ybalogs:
Which is the best pet to have? Not comfortable with biting pets.

Some dogs don't bite