January 23, 2009

Parents, Your Child Really Can Help You Care For That Dog!

It's a familiar story. You have finally given in and agreed to get the dog. Your child and you both pretend that you believe their promise "I'll take care of it". The reality is when it comes to owning a dog for the first time, parents often don't know how to teach the child specifically what they can and need to do. Susan's guest is Andrea McHugh , the author of " Your Child's Dog: How to Help Your Kids Care for their Pets" and she'll explain exactly what and how to teach your child to care for and train the dog. She'll also offer answers for those questions, why is my dog eating grass or sniffing another dog's bottom? This week's episode is invaluable for first time or seasoned dog owners.

Episode Segments:

Your Child's Dog Part One Andrea & Susan talk about many of the things you should consider before purchasing a dog for your children. They also talk about the pros and cons of getting a dog, as well as what you should research about different dog breeds.
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Your Child's Dog Part Two Andrea & Susan discuss the importance of proper dog training, and ways you can have the children pitch in with care of the dog.
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Your Child's Dog Part Three Andrea explains the right way you should instruct your children to handle dogs, ways to correct bad behavior, and ways to get your children involved in caring for the dogs.
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Links to Related Websites:

YOUR CHILD'S DOG: How To Help Your Kids Care For Their Pets Using examples and step-by-step photographs, Your Child's Dog explains how to respond to a dog's needs while at the same time raising a well-socialized and well-behaved companion pet.

Look While You Listen Visit the Wild About Pets official web site and view the pictures Susan and her guest(s) are discussing.

Guest(s) Appearing on this Episode

Andrea McHugh Andrea McHugh is the author of several dog care books, including Your Child's Dog: How to Help Your Kids Care for Their Pets. Andrea is a freelance journalist specializing in pets and pet care. She is pictured here with her daughter. Click Here to visit her website