Children and PetsAt some point, most parents have to decide whether or not to allow their children to have pets. Some parents believe that pets teach children a sense of responsibility because children have to learn how to take care of their pets. In addition, many parents believe that pets can be fun for the family. Pets can also help children become more compassionate because children will develop a special bond with their pets. On the other hand, some parents are afraid that their children might hurt the animals or that these animals might hurt the children. Cats are good pets, but I do not like it when they shed hair all over. Often these parents do not allow their children to have any kind of pet. Other families do not have the extra time or money that pets require. In brief, although many children want a pet, parents are divided on this issue for a number of important reasons.

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