Children and Dogs

Overview and Facts

Facts

• Introducing Your Newborn Baby to the Dog
Introduction of a newborn to the family dogs is an important event. The acceptance of the new baby is best facilitated by a gentle, gradual, low-stress introduction.

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• Teaching Your Child How to Handle Pets
Many children, especially very young ones, do not realize that pets are living animals and not toys. Failing to teach a child how to handle pets properly can result in suffering on the part of the pet and, in some cases, injury to the child.

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Need to Know

Helpful Tips

• Safety Tips for Children Meeting Dogs
Safety, of course, is imperative in any child-animal interaction. The first step to ensuring safety is to choose a pet that is appropriate for your family and your child. Educate yourself, if you do not already know, about any safety issues with regard to this pet.

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