Opt for smaller pets that are easiest to manage such as turtles or small dogs like poodles. If you wish to get a puppy for a ten-year-old kid, you should opt for a smaller pet that has cuddly fur. Most of the parents go for a smaller pet for their ten-year-old kids.  Some dogs may not be ideal for your kids when they are at a young age. You need to make sure that this dog is safe and behaves around kids before you get a dog.