Some simply love. Others shudder at the thought of having one. Some time ago, especially because of social networks, little animals have invaded our daily lives, even if we don't have one in the flesh inside the house. And there is no way not to be enchanted by the grace and examples of loyalty of these pussies.
For those with small children, they often express a desire to have a puppy or kitten. Nothing more natural, after all, animals are part of the early childhood universe. Whether at home with their toys, on television or at school, they permeate the imagination of children.
Stories with large wildlife images give youngsters a sense of adventure and understanding of values such as power, hierarchy, respect and limits. Already small animals generate feeling of grace, tenderness and enchantment.
Those who do not have a pet, but are taken by their children's requests to buy one, often is the question: is it a good idea? Will it be good for the child, and for the animal itself?
Having a pet like a dog or cat can bring many benefits to the development of children of all ages. From them, the little ones can learn notions of companionship, loyalty and responsibility.
For babies, living with an animal helps their psycho-motor development and spatial orientation by, for example, crawling behind the pet or throwing the ball to him, and emotionally, to find the animal's tricks funny and establish with him a relationship of affection and companionship.
In addition, when the baby touches the pet, visualizes its shapes, smells it and differentiates a bark from a cry, for example, its tactile, visual, auditory and olfactory perceptions are being improved.
Already with older children, an animal can help a lot in the education of small.
For those who do not have one, before purchasing it, put to the child very clearly all the responsibilities that come with having a pet, and that they need a lot of care. And ask the child if she considers it fair to leave this duty only to Dad and Mom, who already have so many other tasks.
Explain to the child that unlike a stuffed animal, they feel hungry, thirsty, cold and need attention and affection. So, democratically establish with the child some duties with the animal that will be hers, such as changing his food or cleaning his pee.
Instruct the first few times, and then allow her to do her part her way, without judgments of "you didn't do it right." Remember: she is still a child.
And the main thing: if the child does not comply with the agreed, do not do for it. Copper. Ultimately, state very firmly that you will not do what it is agreed to do, and that if she does not, the animal will be without food (but will be taken care of by an adult without the child knowing), for example, and question her objectively if she thinks that is fair.
And one last tip: don't buy a pet. Adopt. With so many in need of a home in kennels scattered around every corner of Brazil, surely you will find one that will meet your needs and be delighted.
From such small attitudes, it is possible for the child to understand notions of responsibility, autonomy and feeling of solidarity, companionship and affection. And the main thing: your house will have a different light that only one pet can generate.
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