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The Benefits of Having Pets

in Children, Family and Home, Pets on 03/20/14

The Benefits of Having Pets

What do you think about Children and Pets?

First off I will admit that I am biased as we are a family of animal lovers and we think that the benefits of having pets far outweighs any challenges that (if any) that may arise. I love cats and dogs. Apparently so much so that even though I’m allergic to cats we always seem to have one in our family, sometimes we’ve had two.

They’ve always and continue to bring us joy which always outweighs any sadness of when they’re gone. our lives would not have been the same without them. Even now we simply can’t imagine having a cat or dog as part of our family, they are part of our lives and our memories.

Below is my daughter when she was only four years old (she’s 12 now) with our dog Luna whom we got as a puppy. Luna is still with us and goes to work every day with my husband and comes home to play with my daughter.

Benefits of Having Pets

There are in my opinion so many benefits of having pets or should I say having furry family members and I’m happy share just some of those benefits with you!

I do not judge and understand that some parents choose not to have a pet in their home and there is nothing wrong with that. However, choosing to have a pet does have its benefits. A pet can offer a child and its parents love and affection, companionship and also responsibility.

Other positive benefits of having a pet in your home is that a pet can help to lower your stress as both you and your child will be delighted by their antics. Having a pet in your household can also help to boost your child’s self-esteem.

As mentioned above having a pet in the household can also teach the child responsibility. They will have to learn pet care chores and in return bond with the animal. They will also learn about nurturing with kindness and love. Shelter and exercise is also something that your child will learn from having a pet in your home. They will also learn compassion and empathy.

Another thing that your child can benefit from having a pet in the home is that they are not judgemental. If your child wants to sing to your pet or even read to them for that matter, the pet will not take note of whether or not they missed a note or a word. A pet can help to fill that empty void when there is no one else around to play with or even communicate with.

Pet care also includes grooming. A friendly and gentle rub across the back of a cat or dog, bunny, hamster, and other furry animals can greatly reduce stress. And, heaven forbid, if the child is having a bad day or is upset about something, a pet can somehow take away feelings of distress and discomfort.

Before choosing a pet for your child it is important that you do some research into specific kinds of animals and their demeanor. Choose one that your child will relate to the best. Think about their size, characteristics, life span, care, and cost of having the pet in the first place before making a decision.

What do you think about the benefits of having pets aka having furry family members? Feel free to comment below.

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About Powered by Mom

I’m Michelle aka Powered by Mom. I’m married with one daughter, my hubby was my high school sweetheart, our two dogs Nyx and Cleo and our cat Oliver. As you can see we’re a family of animal lovers. We love to travel when we can, try different food and activities all over the world and enjoy being together. My passions are writing, travelling, creating new recipes, encouraging people to adopt not shop and just to enjoy life while we can.

As an animal lover I also volunteer with a rescue organization called Three Little Pitties All Breed Rescue. I'm part of the cat program Three Little Kitties Saving Kitties which tries to save as many cats as possible in Houston, Texas which has a huge overpopulation fo cats and they euthanize far too many cats (and dogs) we want to change that. Please check out their Facebook page and consider donating https://www.facebook.com/ThreeLittlePittiesRescueSavingKitties

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  1. Edna Williams says

    February 8, 2016 at 6:45 AM

    I have a big dog, and I feel pets help us! Thanks for the article!

    Reply
  2. heather bell says

    June 19, 2014 at 6:31 AM

    I think pets are great to have for children! I got my son a kitten and he loves him <3

    Reply
  3. Joyce Alexander says

    June 12, 2014 at 10:24 PM

    I totally agree with you. My brother and I were always animal lovers. We got that from my mom because she is like me a Snow White. My sister & my dad on the other hand are not so much. We always had pets growing up & as soon as I had a chance I’ve been rescuing cats & my husband had his hunting dogs. Luckily my husband is a big a animal lover as I am and we’ve always had pets that literally grew up with our girls. Of course my daughters are also now cat owners & lovers & they found partners of the same ilk. We have a total of 7 cats between us and I’m sure there will be more in the future.

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  4. Paula Ball says

    May 18, 2014 at 9:37 AM

    I couldn’t imagine a life without my pets. They’re part of the family. I’ve been involved in rescue & fostering for 14 years & my life has been enriched greatly from it.

    Reply
  5. Rosemary Dawson says

    April 14, 2014 at 11:00 AM

    I have 3 rescue dogs and 3 cats.

    Reply
  6. Tresa says

    April 1, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    I have a Border Collie and the best part about having him is his unconditional love’

    Reply
  7. EJ (Jane) says

    March 28, 2014 at 7:34 PM

    We have four kids & 2 rescue dogs, big happy family.

    Reply
  8. KARENALBERTWINSLOW says

    March 26, 2014 at 9:18 PM

    HAVING AN ANIMAL AROUND IS GREAT FOR KIDS & BETTER FOR ADULTS. IVE BEEN ILL & THERE ARE TIMES I DONT SEE ANOTHER HUMAN FOR WEEKS. IF I DIDNT HAVE THE CATS TO TALK TOO I WOULD PROB GO NUTS

    Reply
  9. tammy kay ward says

    March 24, 2014 at 6:31 PM

    We have a pug and a chihuahua and they truly are family and when i am sad they are there to cheer me up,we love them and they are great

    Reply
  10. Marion Gasiorek says

    March 24, 2014 at 10:40 AM

    You did a great job on the “Benefits of Having Pets”. I have 3 dogs, no children, and I don’t know what I’d do without them. Also, I am disabled, so they help me in a lot of other ways too. Love this !!

    Reply
  11. lisa says

    March 24, 2014 at 8:33 AM

    When I was growing up we always had a dog in the house. I don’t now. I just don’t have the patience to take care of an animal. I do good to take care of myself.

    Reply
  12. CHRISTY SWEENEY says

    March 24, 2014 at 5:40 AM

    i believe every child should have a pet. they are best friends, teach responsibility and gives them protection

    Reply
  13. loriag says

    March 24, 2014 at 4:52 AM

    I agree with you there are great benefits to having pets in the home. I was amazed when a friend of mine told me yesterday that they actually had a therapy dog for children and adults at their new church. I thought that was so cool, I have never ever seen that before.

    Reply
  14. Sandy McFadden says

    March 23, 2014 at 10:04 PM

    I believe you have to weigh out what you feel your child is ready for…………they need to have responsibilities to care for the pet that you choose. And to respect the animal as another member of the family. I feel sorry for households that can’t have pets because of allergies. The best times for my kids growing up were there pets….the bonds that were formed and the memories made.

    Reply
  15. Shannon says

    March 23, 2014 at 7:47 PM

    I have always had pets and they make me happy. I love them more than most people.

    Reply
  16. Julia Kantrowski says

    March 23, 2014 at 6:00 PM

    We always had pets growing up and I really wish we lived in an area and home that would allow for pets because I am certain my boys would be wonderful pet owners.

    Reply
  17. rochelle haynes says

    March 23, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    Pets are nice to have.

    Reply
  18. Tamra Phelps says

    March 23, 2014 at 12:43 PM

    True. Pets give much more than they take! Always happy to see you! Unconditional love.

    Reply
  19. sue williams says

    March 22, 2014 at 11:52 PM

    Great tips on having pets I think pets help children!! Learn to love and be responsible pets teach us how to love!!

    Reply
  20. Jeanine says

    March 22, 2014 at 11:30 PM

    I love my furbabies. I totally agree about them teaching responsibility to kids. My grand daughter absolutely loves her kitty and dogs- so do I!!

    Reply
  21. laura harris says

    March 22, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    I treat my pets like my kids..I even miss them when i’m gone!

    Reply
  22. Jo-Ann Brightman says

    March 22, 2014 at 4:59 PM

    Pets are not only companions to us. They have been shoewn to have good health benefits for us.

    Reply
  23. Erika E says

    March 21, 2014 at 8:12 PM

    We have had pets in our home since before my son was born. He’s sick far less than his friends and always has a companion when he wants one. I can’t imagine my house without our furry family members.

    Reply
  24. RANDY FULGHAM says

    March 21, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    I THINK IT IS GREAT TO HAVE DOGS AND KIDS TOGETHER…

    Reply

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