We Are Family Program
"We are Family” is a Victorian Government initiative. It is an easy to read guide to nurturing the child / pet relationship aimed at educating expectant and new parents on the many advantages of allowing their child to experience the joys of having a pet in the family. It also informs you of the potential risks, and provides the knowledge, skills and strategies to ensure that the experience is not only a physically and emotionally enriching one, but a safe one as well.
Parents are the first and most influential educators in their child’s life journey. Teaching your child about the joys and responsibilities of pet ownership begins from an early age as they learn from your interaction and the way you nurture and guide their experiences with their pets.
There is information about
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how to prepare pets during pregnancy
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how to do safe introductions
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potential health risks from pets
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tips to understanding your pets behavior
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a pet planner check list to make sure you and your pets will be ready for the arrival of bub.
Click here to view the We Are Family Brochure
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