Will my newborn baby be safe around my dog?
Never leave your baby and dog together unsupervised! Many dogs adjust well to the arrival of a newborn. Nevertheless, preparation...
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How can I reduce the health risks for children interacting with companion animals?
Interacting with companion animals can have many physical and mental health benefits for children and young people[1, 2]. However, there... -
How old should a child be before they are allowed to take care of a pet?
This question is not easily answered because it depends on the child. Some teenagers are not aware of the responsibilities... -
How do I communicate with my dog?
Body language is one of a dog’s main forms of communication, so it’s really important that we learn how to... -
What is toxoplasmosis?
Toxoplasmosis is a disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans (zoonosis). It is caused by the parasite Toxoplasma... -
How do I introduce a new dog or puppy to children?
It is important that you manage the introduction to your family carefully and that children are directly supervised at all... -
Should I hug my dog or cat?
It is best to avoid hugging your dog or cat because, although a tight hug is often a sign of... -
How do I socialise my ferrets with people and other ferrets?
Normal social behaviour Domesticated ferrets, unlike their wild cousins (the polecat and the weasel), are diurnal animals (active during the... -
Can my ferrets get parasites?
Internal parasites Adult ferrets are rarely affected by internal parasites such as worms, but juvenile ferrets (whose immune systems are... -
What should I feed my ferrets?
Ferret dietary needs There are two key facts to understand when you are planning a diet for your ferrets: They...