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Whether you plan to adopt a pet or you already have one, get tips for how kids of all ages can help take care of the cute, little critter in your home.

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Pet Owners: Avoid Poisonous Plants When...

Don't start planting until you check how dangerous plants can be for your pets ... more

Best Pets for Kids

By Parenting.com Editors

Need help choosing a pet for your family? With the help of Dr. Gary Ryder, DVM and Expert on JustAnswer.com, we've ranked the best pets for kids from most to least kid-friendly ... more

5 Tips for Caring for Pet Fish

By Jennifer Kelly Geddes

How to set up an aquarium, feed and care for pet fish ... more

5 Tips for Owning a Pet Bird

By Jennifer Kelly Geddes

Some things to keep in mind to succeed at bird ownership with flying colors ... more

Kittens: The Purrr-fect Pet?

By Jennifer Kelly Geddes

Is a cat the right pet for your family? ... more

Reality Check: Bullying the Dog

By Denene Millner

My 3-year-old hits our dog and pulls his tail. How do I change his behavior? ... more

Kids and Dogs: Safety Tips

By Maura Rhodes

5 ways to keep your child safe around dogs ... more

Animal Attraction

By Margeret Renkl

Great reasons to get a pet, plus how to pick the right one for your family ... more

Salmonella from Pet Turtles: Just How High...

If you don't have young children, turtles can be great pets, but they require extra care to avoid passing salmonella to your kids. ... more

Teach Kids Proper Pet Care

Keep kids interested and invested past the pet store ... more