Are Cats Any Good With Kids?

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Are you contemplating getting a kitten for the kiddos? Well, it’s important to know the facts before you dive into the crazy world of cat ownership.

The Scoop on Kittens for Kids
While dogs might have the overwhelming lead when it comes to pets for children, cats are actually a great addition to the family as well.

Cats can help kids develop a higher self esteem, raise their immunities, and become their ultimate animal companions.

Another plus to cat ownership is that by giving your child the opportunity to care for a pet, like a cat, they’ll be getting a mental boost in the areas of caring and compassion.

Now you’re probably worried about cat scratches and bites, but as it turns out about 85% of all reported pet bites are dog related. The key to keeping your kids safe around a cat or any pet is to teach them early on how to behave around the animal. Emphasize which actions the animal likes and dislikes and focus on discussing how to best approach the pet.

Naturally smaller children may have a hard time grasping the whole “pet Fluffy gently” concept but in time they’ll learn and adapt, and so will the animal.

Obviously you can tell we’re a bunch of cat ladies in the making over here, but let us know what your opinion is on the cat vs. dog debate in the comments section below!