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I\u2019ve heard parents say they were getting a kitten or a horse in order to teach their children responsibility. Sadly, some of them decide that the best way to teach them is to turn the child loose with the animal. WRONG! I\u2019ve written several articles on this concept. Today I want to share my tips for teaching kids responsibility through cat ownership<\/p>\n
Toddler (ages 3-4)<\/p>\n
(Together with the parents)<\/p>\n
Ages 5 through 7<\/p>\n
(With parents\u2019 assistance)<\/p>\n
All of the tasks above, plus:<\/p>\n
Ages 8 and up<\/p>\n
(With parents\u2019 guidance and supervision)<\/p>\n
In addition to the tasks above:<\/p>\n
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<\/li>\nThe next time you walk into the kitchen to fill the cats\u2019 bowl with kibbles, stop. Round up the kids and turn feeding time into a family affair. Your feline princess or prince can become an even more valuable family member by helping you to raise more responsible children.<\/p>\n
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I\u2019ve heard parents say they were getting a kitten or a horse in order to teach their children responsibility. Sadly, some of them decide that the best way to teach them is to turn the child loose with the animal. … Continue reading