Benefits of Dog Ownership for Kids

Who is Brendan's best friend?

• Michael

• Sarah

• John

• Tip

How old is Brendan?

• Brendan is a teenager

• Unknown

• 30 years old

• 9 years old

How old is Tip the dog?

• Unknown

• 2 years old

• 10 years old

• 5 years old

How does having a dog help develop responsibility?

• Having a dog is only about companionship.

• It helps develop responsibility by requiring regular care and attention.

• Dogs require less care than other pets.

• Dogs do not need regular feeding or exercise.

What daily needs must a dog owner take care of?

• Social media updates, pet fashion

• Toys, treats, playtime

• Food, water, exercise, grooming, veterinary care

• House cleaning, yard work

What does Tip help Brendan become more of?

• caring

• athletic

• a follower

• considerate

How does owning a dog affect a child's empathy?

• Owning a dog makes a child more selfish.

• Owning a dog has no impact on a child's empathy.

• Owning a dog positively affects a child's empathy.

• Owning a dog decreases a child's empathy.

What does being responsible for a dog entail?

• Giving care and having empathy for the dog.

• Feeding the dog once a month

• Letting the dog roam freely without supervision

• Ignoring the dog's needs

In what ways can a dog owner ensure their pet stays healthy?

• Provide a balanced diet, exercise, mental stimulation.

• Ignoring its need

• Let the dog fight with other dogs

• Feed very little dry food; no exercise.

What is one way that Tip and Brendan support each other?

• Tip makes Brendan more responsible.

• They criticize each other's efforts.

• Tip makes Brendan more empathetic.

• Brendan makes Tip healthier.