Is Your Child Ready for a Pet? Benefits, Risks and Best Choices for Families – Ep. 94

Dr. Wendy Pomerantz joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about choosing a pet. They explore the social emotional benefits of pet ownership, along with important safety and health considerations and the types of pets to avoid for families with young children. Learn how to tell if your child is ready for a pet and how to choose one that matches your child's temperament. For resources go to healthychildren.org/podcast.