Posts Tagged children and pets

What to Expect When Your Kid’s Expecting a Pet (But You’re Not Ready)

So you promised your child a pet for his birthday, or for Christmas, or if she did a particularly difficult chore, and forgot about it. Of course, the kid didn’t, and now you’re on the hook, but aren’t sure you’re really ready for a new family pet. It’s not an uncommon predicament, and today we’ll explore how you can handle this situation without disappointing your child or taking on a committment for which the family isn’t ready.

First, it’s important to figure out whether or not your family really is prepared for a new pet. Ask yourself the following questions: More →