{"id":2047,"date":"2021-03-03T19:42:57","date_gmt":"2021-03-03T19:42:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petmasters.com\/blog\/?p=2047"},"modified":"2021-03-03T19:42:57","modified_gmt":"2021-03-03T19:42:57","slug":"teaching-kids-responsible-pet-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.petworks.com\/articles\/teaching-kids-responsible-pet-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Teaching Kids Responsible Pet Care"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, your child wants their own pet. We both know this means more work for you, the parent. There is not much that is more exciting to a child than the prospect of a new pet. The problem is, most of the time the excitement wears off and the responsibilities get tossed aside. So what do you do?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

New pet rush and crash<\/b><\/h2>\n

I believe the best way to counteract the \u201cnew pet rush and crash\u201d is to find ways to keep your child interested in their new companion. 4-H<\/a> is a fantastic way to do just this. It\u2019s an organization that provides a path for kids to interact with their pets while also learning about them. 4-H members spend time with their pets at home as well as in groups and at competitions. The new pet enjoyment doesn\u2019t wear off because there is continued interaction within a group atmosphere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4-H basics<\/b><\/h2>\n

4-H stands for \u201chead\u201d \u201cheart\u201d \u201chands\u201d and \u201chealth\u201d. When people think about 4-H they tend to think about farming, but it’s not just for kids living in rural areas anymore. There are several 4-H clubs that meet and are accessible to kids across America. They describe themselves as, \u201cAmerica\u2019s largest youth development organization\u2014empowering nearly six million young people with the skills to lead for a lifetime.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Make it group-oriented<\/b><\/h2>\n

4-H teaches young people responsibility and leadership skills that last a lifetime. Members are encouraged to keep meticulous records, learn safe handling skills, anatomy, and have a strong knowledge of health and illnesses related to their pet. Being part of a group makes pet ownership even more fun and the competitive aspect of preparing your pet and yourself for a show gives children a leg up on test preparation later in life.\u00a0 Standing up in front of a crowd with your peers and answering questions from a judge will help kids learn public speaking skills. Children get more comfortable in uncomfortable situations by repetition. After several shows, they won\u2019t think twice about the crowd.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Dreams do come true<\/b><\/h2>\n

The knowledge that I gained in 4-H helped me go from adopting pets to running a pet service business today. My ability to speak clearly, without fear in front of a crowd, my record keeping skills, the ability to read and retain information, and my knowledge of animals help me tremendously in my daily life as an adult. I use all of these skills daily as a small business owner and I credit my time in 4-H with giving me the courage and knowhow to graduate college, work in a public institution, and eventually start my own pet service business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Get going<\/b><\/h2>\n

Take your kids with you to make pet ownership a reality. Find a pet that fits well with your family\u2019s lifestyle and is something your kids will be able to help care for. Then, find a group either online or in person to help your kids get past that n<\/span>ew pet rush and crash.<\/span> Have fun!<\/span><\/p>\n

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About the Author<\/h5>\n

\"\"Jessica Hampton-Diamond is the co-founder and owner<\/span>\u00a0of Platinum Leash\u00a0Pet<\/span>\u00a0Care Company<\/a> located in Portland, Oregon. A mother of three and a pet<\/span> parent, she writes about animals, people, parenting, and adoption.<\/p>\n

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Request a quote from Jessica<\/a><\/p>\n

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So, your child wants their own pet. We both know this means more work for you, the parent. There is not much that is more exciting to a child than the prospect of a new pet. The problem is, most of the time the excitement wears off and the responsibilities get tossed aside. So what … <\/p>\n

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