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5 Reasons Why dogs are Good for Kids

- Dr. Shruti Mehra

We've learnt of the old adage that says "A man's best friend is a dog", and having said that, through instinct and as kids we are always attracted to our four legged companions, confidantes; our pets. There are very good reasons why most families across the globe have adopted pets as household companions and family members too.

Children especially can learn a lot of skills from them; develop and grow better. Kids and pets mix well

What experts have to say?

With regard to the natural bonding between kids and pets, there is a study that says when kids are raised with pets; they develop lesser allergies and allergic reactions towards the four legged babies. This is because of the special relationship a human baby and a pet shares right from the time they crawl and move around.

A pet could be a dog, a cat or a bird, a goldfish or a turtle; kids would from an early age consider the pet as a siblinga family member which makes the latchkey child feel wanted in a house, especially when left alone for some time.

Kids learn the art of being non-judgmental