Emotional Health Thanks to Pets

Thanks to Pets

Children with Pets learn Acceptance and Compassion

Sometimes a child can find it difficult to be accepted by others, even by members of their family and can result in low self esteem to develop. A dog or cat is non-judgmental and when a child needs an impartial party for comfort they can turn to their animal. Children and Pets both in their natural state give love freely and with no strings attached except to be nurtured back. Pets love to have attention paid to them, and reward the giver with a like return of warmth. Kindness can also develop because the child has to care for a being that needs him or her to cater to its every need. Without the child, the pet would starve. So, the child learns responsibility and compassion.

Pets help Children relieve Stress and Provide Entertainment

Pets relieve stress, when no one else will listen, a pet will. It is nearly impossible to stroke the soft fur of a dog or a cat and maintain any level of stress. Pets can also be a calming influence to both parents and responsible children. Just watching a cat bat a ball around, or a dog chase its tail, can bring families closer together. Everyone gets involved in the care of the animal, so it becomes an integral part of the family. No matter what the choice of pet children will benefit greatly from adding an animal into the family mix.

Socializing and Exercise

A child who has a pet will have many stories to tell people and this intern helps the child to socialise. It matters not if the person listening has a pet or not as most pets are universally known. So many times we hear children say "I have a rabbit, dog or cat" and the conversation suddenly follows. The pet can also provide exercise, be it grooming, walking or play, taking the child outside. A permanent playmate can be on hand at all times for the child who may otherwise sit in front of his computer or television for hours on end.
There are many beneficial reasons why a child should grow up with an animal in the home. Pets can teach children so much, including responsibility, kindness, and love and make great friends and playmates for a child. So, if you're trying to find a way to get your kid off the couch, consider bringing a pet into your home, but don't mention the 9 extra days at school!

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