Kids and Pets

Pets can carry many parasites and micro-organisms which can cause disease and some of these can be transmitted to humans (called “zoonotic...

Statistics show that most serious dog bites involve children under 5 years of age and dogs that are actually known to them - such as the family pet...

If you're a parent, you're probably well-used to your kids pestering you for a pet - that is, if you haven't succumbed to their pleading already. The...

While media frenzy and general paranoia may have exaggerated the real danger of dog attacks, it is nevertheless wise to exercise caution when dealing...

Congratulations! You've just found out that you're expecting an addition to your family. A family, which already includes one child - a child who...

So you've finally succumbed to the constant pleas of "Mummy, can we have a dog?" Or you've decided that a family pet would be ideal to teach your...

Certain dogs are better suited to families with children then others. Furthermore, deciding to bring a dog into the family is just the start of a...

Small pets can be great for children, offering companionship and entertainment, while at the same time providing the means for children to learn...

There is nothing cuter than a young child and the family dog curled up together, enjoying an afternoon nap. The pet-child relationship is...