How is a pet good for mental health?
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Pets help their owners by providing companionship without judgment, which could be great for agoraphobics. The silly antics of pets tend to put their owners in a better mood by bringing laughter and smiles. For pet owners suffering with emotional instability the routine of pet care can be a comfort. These and many other benefits are why animals are used as therapy “tools” in hospitals and retirement homes.
Some of the best pets for small children are: most cage/tank animals like guinea pigs, gerbils, mice, hamsters, fish, or birds. For children that are older, these plus small dogs and cats make great pets.
Sources:
http://www.petplace.com/small-mammals/top-pets-for-kids/page1.aspx
http://www.parents.com/parenting/pets/kids/the-best-pet-for-your-child/
http://www.oflikeminds.com/PetsandMentalHealth.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/health_benefits.htm
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So if your goal is to create that kind "boy and his dog" vibe, wait until the child is 12 at the very earliest, expresses an interest themselves, and teach the child exactly how much work would be involved
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