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Take the Bite Out of Your Kid's Fear of Pets

by Mary Beth Sammons, Posted Oct 15th 2010 12:14PM

Help your kids overcome their fear of furry, four-legged creatures. Credit: Corbis
Here's another issue to give parents -- oh, we're saying it -- "paws": Lots of little ones are afraid of Fido.
However, since experts claim it's good ...Does Rover make your child reel in fear? Training kids to be comfortable around dogs just takes a little time and patience.
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How to Pick the Perfect Pooch for Your Kids

by Sandy Maple, Posted Apr 2nd 2010 11:00AM

Look for tolerant breeds when picking a puppy to join your family. Credit: Susan.W.Patton, Flickr
If you've decided to adopt a dog for your family, it's time to do your homework. Because while all dogs require commitment and financial resources, ...
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Things to consider when getting a family dog

by Kristin Darguzas, Posted Jul 17th 2007 11:00AM

I adopted my dog, Jordi, in 2002, long before I had even fathomed the thought of ever having a family. I actually went to the shelter to look at Jordi's brother Bosco, an adorable black-eared mutt with huge eyes that called to me beseechingly through ...
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Firesale for cats: $3,950 each

by Heather Craven, Posted Oct 2nd 2006 4:00PM

If you or your child are allergic to cats, there might just be a bargain for you! ALLERCA Inc., says it has managed to breed the world's first hypoallergenic cats and is selling them for $3,950 each! People who are allergic to cats and buy one of ...
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Are you an open or a closed door family?

by Heather Craven, Posted Sep 19th 2006 5:00PM

I grew up in a house where we slept with the doors open at night. The only time I ever wondered if this was a good idea was when we had Fire Safety Day at school and the firefighters told us it was best to sleep with the door closed to protect ...
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