23 Amazing Animal Photos That Will Convince You to Buy a Pet for Your Kids

Are you thinking of buying a pet for your child but could not decide? We’ve got some inspiration for you!

Every kid deserves the experience of having a pet. Besides pure happiness, there are a lot of benefits. Children who grow up in homes with pets have less risk of developing asthma or allergies. Cuddling and playing with pets reduces stress, blood pressure and anxiety. Children can channel their nurturing capability through giving care to their pets. Children with pets show improved impulse control, social skills and self-esteem. They also learn the importance of responsibility. Lastly, sharing the love and care with a cute furry friend adds a strong bond with the family.

Still not sure? This might help. We found this article by World of Animals which features photos of some of the cutest kid with animal photos and we couldn’t resist sharing it.

Before you go running out the door to choose your next family pet, let us know if you enjoyed the animal photos! Which one is your favorite?

This story originally appeared on World of Animals