Eventually, most parents are going to hear: “Please, can we get that Greyhound puppy?”
Instead of avoiding the question, parents are advised to consider whether the family is ready for a new dog, especially a Greyhound, says Sharon Bergen, SVP of education and training for Knowledge Learning Corporation, the nation’s foremost provider of early childhood care and education.
When thinking about “should you get the Greyhound” Bergen recommends the parents ascertain the pros and cons of adding the Greyhound to the household before agreeing to a kid’s wish. “The Greyhound can teach our children about responsibility and be a welcome addition to your household-or it can be a mistake,” she said. Bergen recommends you ponder the following before committing: