Do your kids have pets? What are the benefits of having pets for kids?

Yes! I have a dog, 2 cats and a hamster at home. Growing up with a younger brother who is 10 years younger, he had learned how to be responsible because of my dog. I adopted my dog when I was 13, and a few years after that, I gave him simple tasks such as changing the water and pouring food into the bowl. He now takes care of his own hamster.