Can We Have One?: A Parent's Guide to Raising Kids with Cats and Dogs Contributor(s): Buzhardt, Lynn F. (Author), Steib, Sue D. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0807133779 ISBN-13: 9780807133774 Publisher: LSU Press OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2008 Annotation: Can We Have One? is an essential resource for parents considering pet ownership or pet owners considering parenthood, offering a wealth of helpful information in one convenient, entertaining guide. Veterinarian Lynn F. Buzhardt and social scientist Sue D. Steib combine their expertise and experience with emerging scientific evidence to offer practical and easily implemented recommendations for critical issues related to raising children and pets together. With engaging warmth and humor, they address issues such as bringing a new baby into a pet-owning couple's household, selecting the right companion animal for your family, managing child-pet interaction, and coping with the loss of a pet. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Pets | Dogs - General - Pets | Cats - General - Family & Relationships | Parenting - General |
Dewey: 636.088 |
LCCN: 2008014735 |
Physical Information: 0.47" H x 6.18" W x 8.5" (0.56 lbs) 160 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Family |
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Publisher Description: The decision to include pets as a part of your family can be fraught with uncertainty. How do you know when the time is right? How do you select the right pet? Choose a proper diet? Avoid common injuries? Provide adequate exercise? Avoid allergies? Share caretaking responsibilities? Not share germs or parasites? Whether you are ready to take the plunge or just beginning to explore the possibility, Can We Have One? is an essential, convenient resource for parents considering pet ownership--or pet owners considering parenthood. |