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Sibling Rivalry with Dog
To take care of and love (and to learn the responsibility of having pets) I think something small, maybe a hamster or a guinea pig or a rabbit. ...
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- If your daughter is saying she thinks you love the dog more than her, then she must really be feeling that. It sounds to me like you need to have more specific one-on...
- Hi K., First when you have told her you love all your girls, You should tell her you will always love her more because you are my special and most precious baby g...
- Before we had kids, we got a book it was either "Dog-proofing your child" or "Childproofing your dog". I can't remember after so many years. It sounds like you are doi...
Hermit crabs......yea or Nay
Well, they are very easy to care for but are not the kind of pet you can "cuddle " like a hamster or guinea pig. You only have to clean out their enclosure ...
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- Well, they are very easy to care for but are not the kind of pet you can "cuddle" like a hamster or guinea pig. You only have to clean out their enclosure every few we...
- My nieces, ages 2 and 7 each have a hemit crab to call their own. I have been informed my son(2) is getting one for Christmas. In my opinion, best pet ever....there ...
- I think they are a great starter pet! I had some in College and loved them! I'd love to have some in my classroom as well, but I'm not sure that we can have anything b...
Birds and Asthma
If so, you guys are not good candidates for a bird (or a guinea pig, hamster, gerbil) I really wanted a bird when I was younger and my parents bought me one ...
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- I have severe allergies and asthma. As a child we had a parakeet and we had to get rid of it. It irritated my allergies severely which in turn severely aggravated my...
- Hi - my aunt has been a nurse for over 25 years and she has told me on multiple occassions that many of her patients with lung problems have birds. She says it is ind...
- My brother had lung issues and never had a problem with our cockatiels we had growing up. They were great pets, but you do have to keep the cage clean. Most people are...
What's a Good Pet for a 7 Yr. Old.
I do NOT plan on getting a rat or hamster. I use to have..." ... Guinea pig! Definatly. I got one for my 3 boys and since my husband hates pets, ...
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- My Family had done a few of these and i have found them to be A LOT of work. We did the fish thing and they all dead because of the water we were using i guess. So...
- Hi C.! I have a daughter (now 7, almost 8) who wanted a fish. So for Christmas about three years ago we got a fish. In the beginning she fed the fish every morning....
- I'm sure everyone is right about the amount of time it will take YOU when your son gets a new pet. Keep in mind how special the new pet will be to him though. I had ...
Suggestions for a Low Maintenance Pet for a 3 1/2 Year Old and 2 Busy Parents?
I will second the guinea pig suggestion. We have one they are friendly and very easy to care for. ... Our daughter wants a hamster, which are nocturnal. ...
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- The easiest low maintenance pet is fresh water fish. We did this for my daughter. She is 3 and even feeds them herself. Good Luck.
- My son now wants a turtle & especially after he visited my friend who has one. My son is almost 3. We asked a pet store about caring for one & we want to add one to...
- Hi there. I have to say the best pet we have had is a hermit crab. We got them down at the shore (which you can get at any local pet shop - very low maintenance. I ...
Children Are Wanting a Dog
Perhaps a fish or Gerbil or even a hampster. I personally prefer a animal that will be affectionate such as the Guinea Pigs. Now that my children have shown ...
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- Well, I think anyone will tell you that labs are the best dogs for children. My brother has a beautiful black lab and my five year old son rides him like a horse, pla...
- We have a bull mastiff which is a huge dog. She is great and their breed is great with kids and wonderful protectors of their homes. I thought her size would bother...
- You did not mention if this would be the first dog (or pet for that matter) and that may make a difference with what you choose. My 3 children want both a dog and a c...
Euthanizing a Pet
He is very emotional and was extremely upset when our guinea pig died a ..... He , too was very emotional about his other pets dying (fish, hamster, etc.). ...
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- I am so sorry about Jordan, my deepest symphaties(sp). We've had 2 cats put down after our daughter was born. She was a lot younger, but is asking questions now. I ...
- Hi, I had to make the decision on my own to euthanize my cat 2 1/2 years ago, as my husband was deployed and I had no way to contact him for support. I had tons of...
- Hi S.~ We just had our chocolate lab put down earlier this month, she had cancer and my husband and I have had her since she was three days old. She was 10. My chil...
Hamster or Guinea Pig
Asked by D.E. from Houston
on November 20, 2008
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My little ones are saying they are ready for a pet. I thought we would start off small. I grew up with guinea pigs and know nothing about hamsters. I was looking for a...
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- I agree with the cat or puppy idea. They're much more fun and interactive. I'm sure you've already thought about this, but you may want to see how your kiddos intera...
- I think hamsters are great. We always had them when we were little. They can be very tame if handled a lot but they can bite (just like guinea pigs) if scared or mis...
- Hamster's sleep in the day time. That should made up your mind right there. However neither one can give a kiss or want to play.
Help with New Guinea Pig!
Asked by T.M. from Wichita Falls
on January 9, 2009
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Well, I have allowed my 9 year old to get a guinea pig. In the beginning it was a hamster, as long as they paid for the cage I would pay for the pet. She has actuall...
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- Have your daughter move slow and pet the piggy in the cage. Have her also bring a snack like ( carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, kale,lettece-romaine, or even the spring ...
- Go to the Texas Rustlers Guinea Pig Rescue web site at www.theguineapigrescue.com. It has lots of helpful information. Some of the responses that you have received h...
- Howdy T., I used to have a pigger and he was the coolest, most lovable little fellow. They are very sweet and lovable. And the rest of the advice is very good. Here...
Does Anyone Have a Guinea Pig...
Asked by J.B. from Los Angeles
on February 21, 2008
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My daughter would like a pet of her own for her 8th birthday. We have a two-year-old Cockapoo and he has been a true joy for each of us. I just do not want to bring an...
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- i don't have a guinea pig but maybe you would want a small dog. not much more big a mess but maybe it'll work...
- My daughter is 4 and she's had her guinea pig (Caillou, yes she named him!) since she was 3. He is great with her. He is very very sociable and loves attention and t...
- Consider having the kids work towards this - making it THEIR responsibility from start to finish. Go to the pet store, find out total cost for basic supplies, monthly ...
