Children experience dog bites more often than adults, mainly because they move quickly and get close to the animal’s face.

A child remembers their first pet for the rest of their lives. We speak with an expert to find out which are the best for your family.

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If your kids are campaigning hard for a puppy, science just handed them fresh ammo. A three-year study that followed 600 children from preschool into early elementary school found that when families ...

I read your column on pit bulls. You can't say that pit bulls are just as good as any other breed for children. Headlines and stats don't lie. People with low self-esteem love to procure pit bulls ...

Selecting a dog suitable for a family with children is an important decision, as the dog will be a part of daily life. There ...