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Puppies are great for kids to grow up with. Puppies and Children DO mix, you just need to be aware of certain issues and train both the dog and the child to interact positively! When you bring that puppy home, everyone in the family is just so excited to meet him, but preparation is vital.
Initial Preparation
Children should be prepared and told about the new puppies arrival. They should be given the opportunity to ask questions about anything they are uncertain of concerning the puppy. They should be told exactly how to treat the new puppy so it won’t feel scared or frightened and try to bite.
It’s a nice idea to read a book about puppies and puppy care to the child. Show them how to pick up the puppy without hurting it. You may need to set some ground rules concerning how much the child can handle the pup.
Children should know that they must never hit or hurt the puppy. Tell them how it may retaliate and become aggressive. Explain that they must be careful not to step on him. they need to know not to grab his tail or pinch his ears.
