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The Kids Dog Contract

Is your child begging and pleading for a new puppy?

As parents, we know how this usually turns out.  They get the puppy, spend a couple of days playing with the puppy…then we get to train the puppy, clean up after the puppy, and care for the puppy.

To help even the odds that your child might actually fulfill his promise to care for your new dog, try getting them to sign a contract and post it on the refrigerator as a reminder.

Here’s a sample:

I ________________, promise to care for our new dog, and promise to love him and treat him with kindness.  I also promise to do the following:

1. Take him for walks everyday
2. Play with him
3. Train him and be his teacher.  I will teach him to play nice with others, to go potty outside, and not to chew on stuff.
4. I will make sure he has fresh water at all times
5. I will feed him and keep his food and water bowls clean
6. I will give him a warm safe place to sleep
7. I will help keep him clean and well groomed
8. I will give him only healthy all natural dog treats

Signature: _______________________________________

Date: _______________________________

As parents you should be responsible to see that your new pet is also spayed/neutered and receives proper veterinary care.