Time to adjust to new home. Socialization and companionship. This is necessary for the mental health of the pet as well as safe interaction with humans. Nutritious quality food, clean water, and exercise. A source of unconditional love for both parent and child.
Helps encourage acting responsible toward other beings.
A valuable source of companionship. Do not bother your pet when it is eating, resting, sleeping, or playing with a toy. Do not yell at or hit your pet. Do not let pre-schoolers handle your pet by themselves. Realize that your pets may not like the things that you like, or if they do, it might not be good for them.