Bringing A New Dog Home
Inviting a new dog into your home can bring immense joy and happiness to you and your little ones. However, bringing in a new furry friend is an enormous task that requires planning and preparedness. Though your little one may be excited to play with their new friend, it is important to allow enough time for both your child and the new puppy to adjust.
Always supervise your child during bonding time with the new dog for everyone’s safety.
Teach your child how and when to properly approach their new dog with respect.
Allow your child to help with simple tasks in the care of your new pet. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn that a dog is not a toy and a substantial amount of work is needed to care for them.
Most importantly, it is crucial to research as much as possible before you welcome a new animal into your home.
Here are some books and resources you can check out at Yolo County Library that will help you and your child to prepare and learn all about your new companion:
This kit contains several books in English, Spanish and Russian along with a dog puppet, a felt piece and board and an informational sheet and pamphlet.
Our Very Own Dog by Anna McCardie
Sophie’s new human is learning to take care of her. This excellent fictional story about a dog and her human is sprinkled with true dog facts and care tips along the way.
Mi Primer Perro = My First Dog by Linda Bozzo
This bilingual book will help young readers choose a dog and care for it.
I Got A New Friend by Karl Edwards
A little girl gets a new puppy. Taking care of her new puppy is hard work and sometimes stinky but it’s okay because she loves her furry friend.
Caring For My New Puppy by John Bankston
This non-fiction book has all the information you need to know to take care of your new dog.
15 Things Not To Do With A Puppy by Margaret McAllister
This hilarious story is a great way to discuss with your child how to treat the new family member in your home.
TAGS: Dogs, Caring, Non-Fiction
