Animals & kids

There is no denying that the two go together. In my own house the dogs name was the first word my daughter spoke! He sensed the age or ability of each child and new which one should have known better so growled at that one and moved away from the other one! Even with my nieces and nephews the dog was the protector and out blackberry picking he always had them in sight and came back for the slow ones !

Once you, as a parent are ready to take on looking after whatever animal you decide on or your kids beat you into submission about, the reward to any family is 100%+ . Disabled kids respond to any animal in ways you would never believe, from stimulating their senses - through touch and feel, their speech in talking repetitivly to the animal, relaxing with a furry soft warm creature to stroke - there are so many positives on this one !! 

Always think over your choice of animal and your lifestyle - who will look after it if you are away ? Can you bring it with you etc?