Ideally, your kids should help you choose your new puppy. When you bring him home, don't let them play with him constantly. Puppies in particular need a lot of rest just like a growing child. Limit puppy-children play sessions to 15-30 minute periods 2-3 times a day.
· Young children may be tempted to shout at a puppy if they think he's doing something wrong. Be sure they understand that puppies and dogs can be easily upset and startled by loud noises.
· No teasing. Keeping a toy just out of reach will reinforce bad habits such as jumping up and excessive barking.
· Wagging tails and play biting can be too rough for some young children. Supervise interaction and separate them if the play is too rough.
· Teach kids to care for a dog by showing them how to feed and groom him
Never allow a child to hit or kick a puppy. The puppy will grow to dislike
and be afraid of the child.
Remember that puppies can’t tell the difference between their own toys
and the child’s toys.
Teach children to love and respect all living things.
