Almost every child wants a pet. Although they are a big obligation and responsibility, on the other hand, they can help in the development of the child.
Are you looking for an opportunity to teach your child important life lessons? Caring for a living being is different from the responsibilities associated with emptying the dishwasher. Walks, bathing, feeding - these are all tasks with which the child learns about the responsibilities and care of a living being.
Children who grow up with pets are healthier on average
Recent research on children's health has shown that children who lived with pets (mainly dogs) during their first year of life actually had better immune system than those who are not. They believe that exposure to dogs could positively promote development their immune system during breastfeeding. In addition, when they did get sick, they needed a shorter period of time to heal compared to children who didn't live with pets.
Another study found that children prone to allergies were less likely to have health problems if they grew up with a dog. The researchers found that it is early exposure is key here. Recent research has also shown that dogs actually protect children from eczema as well.
Children who grow up with pets have better emotional intelligence
Owning a dog enables them improving emotional intelligence. Caring for another life will require your child to become a more compassionate individual. Feeding or walking the dog will mean that they have to go beyond self-reflection and have to help selflessly. In addition, caring for a pet builds a child's self-esteem. Completing small tasks (such as filling a water bowl) will help them feel capable and give them a sense of accomplishment.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that children who grow up with dogs also have reduced level of anxiety and reduced quantity perceived stress. It is believed that children who interact with dogs have increased levels of oxytocin released into their brains. In short, a pet will bring immense happiness to your house in addition to love.
Children who grow up with pets get more exercise and play
Are you trying to find a way to get your kids off the couch and away from their cell phone or tablet screens? On average, children who have a dog at home exercise 15 minutes more than children who do not have a dog.
Dogs are great at therapy
Companion or rehabilitation dogs are specially trained to live with people with special needs and support them in everyday life. The most well-known companion dogs are definitely guide dogs for blind and partially sighted people. They help them with their orientation and are a great support in their everyday life. Assistance dogs for epileptics are also popular four-legged helpers.
Research has also found that dogs have an incredible impact on the quality of life and development of children with autism and ADHD. The dog provides them with a sense of security, reduces anxiety, increases the willingness to try new things, increases the ability to handle difficult situations, increases social interaction, encourages verbal communication and strengthens vocabulary. Dogs help create consistency and routine, provide an outlet for excess energy, and help with hyperactivity and coping isolation and depression.
In short, adopting a dog can be one of the best decisions you will make for your child. So what are you waiting for?
