squiby
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Post by squiby on Nov 12, 2007 18:23:00 GMT
We are getting a puppy! And I have told my mindees mum today. I cpould tell she wasnt best pleased and immediately asked if the dog would be in the house all the time. I am putting my new pet policy together but could do with some help please if anyone with a dog has one they wouldnt mind sharing?? I would be so grateful. This mum can be a royal PITA so I knwo she is going to cause me trouble with this.
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Post by littlesprogs on Nov 12, 2007 18:26:43 GMT
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Post by lisaurry on Nov 12, 2007 18:31:03 GMT
Hi Squiby,
A new puppy sounds great! What are you getting?
I think its important to let parents know the positive sides of having a dog (or any pet), that is that its so nice for children to learn how to care and love a pet - and they do benefit from it. You can reassure the parents that the dog will have its own loo area outside, where the children don't have access - thats important, and that the dogs food/water will be kept seperate from the children. That should help them feel reassured.
I don't actually have a policy as such, but it is in my house rules that 'we are kind and considerate to pets', and is also in my terms that we have a dog.
It is also important, that the dog does have a place to go, to get away from children - as sometimes they need to have some quiet time away from petting hands.
Good luck!
Lisa x
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Post by vik3000 on Nov 12, 2007 18:34:17 GMT
I would point out the huge benefits children can gain from being around pets - learning to look after them, respect for living things, the health benefits (walking them, destressing, a friend) etc.
* Animals will be well groomed and kept up to date with vaccinations, flea treatments etc
* After petting/handling etc the animals / associated items handwashing will take place (face to face - animal/child contact will be discouraged)
* All foods and associated items will be stored away from children, water bowls will be kept away from children
* children will never be left unsupervised with an animal
* children will be taught to respect animals and treat them kindly
etc
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Post by miffy on Nov 12, 2007 21:50:16 GMT
Oh dear - poor you. Hope this parent didn't put a damper on your excitement over getting a puppy.
Perhaps she will feel better once you have your policy in place and can explain that having a pet will not mean you are not looking after her child properly.
Miffy
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Post by lizzy on Nov 12, 2007 22:16:23 GMT
i've always had dogs which were kept away from the children but we bought a pup last year who loves to be with kids. he jumps the gates and yaps to be with them so when i had my inspection in april i asked if he could be with the children. i had to have a permission form for every child to have contact with him (it had to have permission to walk him on it as well). all my parents were happy for him to be loose but i don't leave him alone with the children. many children don't have a pet at home and it's good for them to have contact with a pet (they all regarde Ifor as there's). jane
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Post by rubybubbles on Nov 12, 2007 22:31:18 GMT
oh no parents sometime can get right up my nose!! I had this last year as I wanted a kitten and even though I had a cat (then 6yrs) she pulled a right face! Luckey for me she moved (dh RAF) so I got one anyway!! LOL I'd been waiting for ages as he's a Manx and I was ready to give her the boot over it (sorry no help really am I LOL)
I also have a dog and have had children take in pictures of my pets (if they have none) into pre-school ect!! Very proud
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Post by sarsar3nch on Nov 13, 2007 9:56:15 GMT
Good advice given by everyone, have a look at the post about FEAR OF DOGS too (not sure how to put a link in) as this has good info too
Sarah
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Post by polly2 on Nov 13, 2007 11:18:34 GMT
hiya
I have 2 dogs - I adapted the policy off the bromley site and just make sure parents sign my permissions forms.
I also had to inform CSSIW and it was written on my registering certificate that children are not allowed to be left unattended with dogs at any time.
Most parents love the idea their children get a chance to be around animals but you do get the odd 1 or 2 who are funny about it.
Best of luck Hollyx
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disney
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Post by disney on Nov 13, 2007 13:38:37 GMT
Hi
i have just started childminding, well a few months ago . i was really worried at first because i have a dog but it as really helped all my children settle well they love him .they take part in some tasks , like taking him for a walk , stroking ,i think it helps them to be kind .
but ialso make sure they are not left alone wihh him, and wash hands after stroking him ,my dog loves the mindees but when hes tired he will go of and find a quiet place this when i tell them hes gone to bed so they leave him alone . go for it and i hope your dog brings as much happy days as mine x
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Post by elaineg on Nov 17, 2007 17:01:38 GMT
Hi, Ive got a little dog, who loves the kids but the parents are unsure as she barks when someone knocks on the door, which makes her sound vicious, even though shes a softee. i was told I could not have her food around when I had children, but I was allowed to leave her a bowl of fresh water. Ive also got a kitten, which the dog has taken to be her puppy, it follows her everywhere and I have also got two rabbits in the garden. The kids love all the animals.
love Elaine XXX
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squiby
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Post by squiby on Nov 17, 2007 19:15:38 GMT
Thanks all. I have written a detailed policy and she has finally signed a consent form. We have installed a gate accross the kitchen too and cant wait for puppy to come home next weekend!
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Post by sarsar3nch on Nov 18, 2007 10:28:20 GMT
Well done and enjoy the new addition to your family!!
Sarah
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Post by niecynoo on Nov 18, 2007 11:09:12 GMT
Awww what sort of dog is it ? I have a yorkshire terrier as long as you stick to the hygiene,safety and worming you'll be fine
Denise xxx
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