http://www.sheknows.com/ Thu, 13 Dec 2012 03:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/979045/african-dwarf-frogs Looking for a pet that needs minimal care? Try African dwarf frogs. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/979045/african-dwarf-frogs Pets & Animals Pets & Kids Maria Mora Tue, 27 Nov 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/977467/should-you-buy-your-kids-a-puppy-for-christmas Your child has asked for a puppy for Christmas. Before you head to the pet store or your local breeder, you will want to really think the decision through. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/977467/should-you-buy-your-kids-a-puppy-for-christmas Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Monica Beyer Mon, 15 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/973315/halloween-dog-costumes-to-match-kids Looking for fun Halloween costume ideas for the whole family? Don’t leave out the family dog. Walk your dog in style this Halloween with a costume that matches what the kids are wearing. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/973315/halloween-dog-costumes-to-match-kids Parenting Family Fun Maria Mora Thu, 06 Sep 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970105/prepare-your-family-for-a-puppy There's little that's more adorable than a child with a puppy. Over time, they’ll become best friends, but their relationship will take some work in the early days. Here are the five things that your child needs to know before you even bring your new puppy home. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/970105/prepare-your-family-for-a-puppy Parenting Age by Age Nichole Beaudry Sun, 25 Mar 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/954905/are-pets-bad-for-kids A pet as part of the family can be a wonderful thing. Pets can help bring comfort and companionship to your family, and teach empathy and responsibility. Consider this fact: Petting animals can lower blood pressure. Think about what that can do when your child is anxious about homework or a test the next day. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/954905/are-pets-bad-for-kids Pets & Animals Pets & Kids Patricia Conte Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851181/should-you-get-a-dog-before-or-after-you-have-a-baby The jury is still out on this one -- is it better to ease into parenthood if you have a dog first to break you in or will you regret that decision once you have a baby and then a dog to care for as well? Here's an easy-to-use guide, with all of the pros and cons to help you decide who should come first -- a dog or a baby. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851181/should-you-get-a-dog-before-or-after-you-have-a-baby Pets & Animals Dogs Katie Kavulla Thu, 07 Jul 2011 07:20:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/828195/best-pets-for-families Choosing a family pet is like choosing a memory. Your child will remember their pets for the rest of their life. Picking the right fluffy or scaly buddy will make sure those memories are fond ones. Here are a few of the very best pets for families. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/828195/best-pets-for-families Pets & Animals Pets & Kids Christina Caldwell Sun, 13 Jun 2010 17:05:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/815681/ways-to-cope-with-pet-allergies-and-keep-your-pet-1 Do Fido and Whiskers have you sniffling, wheezing and sneezing from morning to night? As devoted as you are to your faithful furry friends, allergies can put a serious damper on your relationship with them. But that doesn’t mean you need to give your pets away or relegate them to outdoor-only status. It simply means it's time to adopt some pet-friendly ways to manage your allergies. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/815681/ways-to-cope-with-pet-allergies-and-keep-your-pet-1 Pets & Animals Pets & Kids Michele Borboa, MS Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:24:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/8460/how-to-introduce-pets-to-your-children Getting a new family pet can be exciting. But, it's important to introduce your kids to your new family member slowly so that everyone can get along and play nice. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/8460/how-to-introduce-pets-to-your-children Pets & Animals Pets & Kids Colleen Pelar