{"id":391,"date":"2017-05-03T22:33:37","date_gmt":"2017-05-03T21:33:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/?p=391"},"modified":"2017-05-26T14:18:34","modified_gmt":"2017-05-26T13:18:34","slug":"ten-reasons-getting-pets-kids-good-idea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/ten-reasons-getting-pets-kids-good-idea\/","title":{"rendered":"Ten Reasons Getting Pets For Kids Is A Good Idea"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>So your children want pets?\u00a0They are begging for a\u00a0kitten\u00a0to cuddle or a rabbit they can feed but you\u2019re not so sure, as it is a big commitment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Well, before you make your decision about bringing pets into the family, discover the top ten reasons why having a pet is actually good for your children\u2019s health and development.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"939\" height=\"642\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><strong>1. It decreases allergies<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Research shows that children who grow up in homes with\u00a0pets\u00a0are likely to have a stronger immune system and less likely to develop childhood allergies and asthma.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Research carried out by health psychologist Dr June McNicholas of the University of Warwick and drug company Novartis Animal Health tested the saliva of 138 children aged between four and 11-years-old for IgA antibodies- an antibody found in the immune system that helps fight off infection.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"939\" height=\"561\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Results showed that pet-owning children were able to fend off infection such as colds and flu better than those children without pets, thus having less days off school.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>2. It teaches responsibility<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Tasks such as walking the\u00a0dog\u00a0or cleaning out the rabbit hutch teaches children to be responsible, as well as giving them a sense of achievement. Looking after a pet also helps children to develop empathy for others.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-3.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"937\" height=\"625\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><strong>3. It helps with learning<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Pets can help children with their learning. Educators have long used animals (mainly dogs) as a form of therapy in schools, using them to help developmentally challenged kids to learn. In particular, animals can help children\u2019s reading skills.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Research has shown that students who may be reluctant to read out loud at school feel more confident reading to animals as they see them as a non-judgemental pal.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-4.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-395\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-4.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"939\" height=\"625\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><strong>4. It provides comfort and companionship<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Pets offer comfort and companionship to kids. No matter what mood they are in, children find support and security from their animal companion, which often means they are less anxious or withdrawn.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>5. It keeps families talking<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Having a pet helps to build family bonds as animals are often the focus of family activities. From walking the dog together to grooming or feeding the pet, these simple but enjoyable tasks allow everyone to slow down, enjoy each other\u2019s company and communicate with one another.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>6. It encourages a healthy lifestyle<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-5.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-396\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-5.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"937\" height=\"625\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>From walking the dog to playing with the family rabbit in the garden, having a pet helps to prompt a healthy lifestyle for their young owners, encouraging them to be outside and running around.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>7. It lowers blood pressure<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Stroking animals can lower blood pressure and in turn decrease anxiety, thus having a pet can help prepare kids when it comes to tackling homework and exams.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-6.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-397\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-6.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"939\" height=\"625\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><strong>8. It reduces loneliness<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Having a pet can help ward off feelings of loneliness and isolation, and keep depression at bay. These health benefits even extend to owning a budgie. Researchers who studied two groups of pensioners, who were given either a pot plant or a budgie to care for, found that after two years the budgie owners were more socially engaged.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>9. It teaches the circle of life<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-8.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-399\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-8.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"937\" height=\"625\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Although most parents want to protect their children from the cruelties of the world, having a pet allows kids to understand and learn about the cycle of life. Dealing with the death of a pet can actually help them cope with other challenging life events.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><strong>10. It\u2019s fun<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-7.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-398\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kidsitter.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-7.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"939\" height=\"625\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Most importantly having a pet is fun. Whether it is a dog,\u00a0cat,\u00a0bird or ferret, owning an animal brings enjoyment to any household.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>We hope that now it is much easier for you to make your decision about bringing pets into the family. 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