Puppies & Toddlers – So Many Similarities!
There are many reasons why puppies are like children. Some of the adorable things that puppies do are much like the actions of toddlers. We created a list of some things that will put you in mind of children easily. Check it out and see the similarities for yourself!
- Everything is edible. Puppies love to explore and try to get their teeth on anything that they come across. This is just like a toddler, and you will need to keep a close eye out.
- Safety is important. Like kids, puppies can find every possible dangerous situation to get into. You will need to bring your A game when it comes to supervision!
- Communication is key. Puppies can only understand simple commands This is much like children, so you must find easy and interesting ways to communicate.
- They want all the attention! No puppy likes to miss out on the action, and this is much like an adventurous child. They will want to be a part of every family activity.
- Sleepless nights are common. Much like children, puppies may wake you up throughout the night. You will need to be patient as this will get better as they age.
- You won’t be able to stay mad at them. Let’s face it…there will be accidents and things may break. You must keep in mind that puppies are like children and these things are bound to happen. Do not be hard on them. It’s a learning process!
- Everything will need to be puppy proofed. Puppy-proofing a house is much like babyproofing. It is a good thing as it ensures that your puppy will live a happy and safe life.
There are similarities of being a pet parent compared to being a human parent. The good news is that both are very rewarding and if done correctly, puppies and children both grow up to be well-behaved companions.
