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Poodles and children can develope a healthy life long relationship. Poodles are
affectionate and can be very devoted to their young misstresses and masters.
On the other hand some children can be neglectful and harmful to children.This
kind of behavior can turn a trusting poodle into a distrusting and fearful pet.

To make sure the relationship is a happy one for everyone concerned, parents
should take time to teach children the proper way to treat the poodle.
When children are able to understand that the poodle is  not a stuffed toy,
they are more likely to understand how to love and care for the poodle.

There is no reason that children can not take part in caring for the poodle.
Even small children can take part in feeding and watering the poodle.
School age children are capable of taking the poodle for a walk and can
even help with the grooming. Children can learn to bathe and brush the
poodle properly if taught with patience and care. Children should also
be taught that aside from playing and being groomed the poodle also needs
time set aside for themself.

PRESCHOOL CHILDREN SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT ALONE WITH ANY PET

The poodle should not be kept away from the baby or it may not accept the
baby as part of the "pack" Allow the poodle and baby to get to know each other.
The poodle may want to sniff the baby which is fine. The poodle uses its sense of
smell to aquaint itself with all things. The poodle should be taught not to lick
the baby. If you're expecting a baby then you should take the poodle to the
vet 6 weeks prior to the birth and have it examined for parisites especially
tapeworms and just a general checkup.

Once the poodle is allowed to sniff the baby and get to know the baby the
poodle will usually begin to protect the baby. Children who are allowed
to grow up with pets usually gain experiences that will benefit them the rest
of their lives. Also with a dog they will always have a friend.
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