Wondering how to help children cope with the death of a pet? This guide is full of practical tips that will help you to ...

Mice are often the first pets that kids get because they’re easy to take care of and fun to watch. Plus, they enjoy playing, ...

Dr. Gebhardt suggests leaving toys out for your pets when you leave. It gives them something to do, so they aren't missing you. It also occupies their time, so they don't get too curious and get into ...

Family structures are rapidly changing and pets are often considered ... “Without having a child to raise, it gives me that care for something that I otherwise would not have.

A small aquarium filled with freshwater fish is sufficient for a 2- or 3-year-old who can handle the daily feedings (and who has an adult willing to clean the tank), while the res ...

Hamsters, hamsters, hamsters — every classroom had one, and lots of kids wanted one of their own. These little fur balls are some of the best low-maintenance pets with an easy-to-care-for nature ...

In this month’s pet care segment, veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller talks about how kids going back to school can affect pets. When a new school year begins and kids aren’t around the house all day ...

However, a growing number of studies have suggested that kids growing up ... burdened when there is a pet, particularly if it is a cat, which generally requires less care than a dog," says Hart.

Litigating Pet Custody. Just as in litigating child custody, litigating pet custody requires proving that you were the primary care giver of the animal. This requires proof as to who fed the ...

Your child can find a great friend in a pet. Not only that but teaching your child to share in your pet’s care can help them to develop a sense of responsibility. Psychologist Dr Sandi Mann ...

And even now, pet ownership remains comparatively low, according to Goldman Sachs. Last year, the percentage of dog-keeping ...

Hamsters, hamsters, hamsters — every classroom had one, and lots of kids wanted one of their own. These little fur balls are some of the best low-maintenance pets with an easy-to-care-for nature that ...