Posts Tagged ‘safety’
Dr. Nichol’s Video – Meeting Dogs: Hand up? Hand Down? Hand Bite?
We love dogs and so do our kids. When encountering a canine beauty with a gently wagging tail you want to make friends and rub his fuzzy little head. Are you sure the dog is safe to pet? Its person may think so but they could be wrong.
Read MoreDr. Nichol’s Video – Cranky Cats & Kids
Does your cat hate kids? Can you turn that around – safely? You can teach your kids how to stay safe and how to set a cat up for success. Should they approach quietly or wait for the kitty to come to them? I’ll share the do’s and don’ts.
Read MoreDr. Nichol’s Video – Dog Safe with Kids? Have Fun – Be Watchful
Most dogs are happy to come when called but some can feel afraid. A child can understand empathy and respect for personal boundaries while playing nicely. We all feel afraid sometimes. They can watch and wait until their dog is ready.
Read MoreDr. Nichol’s Video – Pets & Kids Make it Safe – Keep it Fun
Make it Safe – Keep it Fun. Did you ever do dumb things when you were a kid? I never did. Well, ah yes, actually I did. I have two sons, both adults now. Despite what my wife and I carefully taught them about safety they made mistakes that surprised us sometimes. They did these…
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