There are probably very few kids in America that haven't asked for a dog or a puppy at some point if they didn't already have one. Even if there is already a dog in the home, many children will even ask for a second.

As everyone knows, dogs make absolutely amazing pets and companions. They also provide kids with a great benefit while growing up. Many advocates speak about the improvements in development that kids with dogs in the home have over other kids without pets.

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