When playing, use a long toy like ones available in pet stores or toys with long string so little hands are protected. Don't pull Kitty's tail. Cats do not like fingers in their ears, eyes or mouth. Dogs and Puppies Dogs should never be approached without first asking the owner if it is ok. Then approach the dog with the child's hand extended.
Dogs consider a hand extended over their head a dominant gesture.
Dogs consider eye contact a threatening gesture. Teach children to stroke a dog in the direction of the fur from the shoulder down to the mid section. Never bother a dog when he's eating. Never bother a dog when he's sleeping. All material on this Internet site is protected by U.S. and international copyrights.