Little Man's Best Friend: 7 Precious Pets and the Kids Who Love Them
It's National Pet Week and I'd thought I'd celebrate by featuring cute kids with the furry (and not so furry) friends who adore them. The bond between pets and their companions is a special one, but the relationship between a child and their pet is truly amazing. A pet is a child's first friend and in some cases, the only one who can truly understand them. Caring for a pet teaches not only responsibility but also compassion. When a pet is introduced into the home, a child has a trusted companion for years to come. And the power of that friendship is evident in these photos. Click through for 7 precious pets and the kids who love them! -By Lisa Quinones-Fontanez
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