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Is Your Child Really Ready for a Pet? 6 Signs You Can’t Ignore

Are you wondering whether your child is actually ready for a pet, or are they just deep in the “please please please” phase? Most parents hear “Can we get a dog?” on loop, but pet parenting isn’t as simple as saying yes. When kids aren’t truly ready for pet care, it can create pet behavior issues, safety concerns, and a whole lot of pet care stress for the adults.In today’s episode, parenting expert and children’s book creator Dori Durbin joins me to break down six signs of true pet readiness so families can make confident decisions before bringing a new pet home. This conversation gives you…

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