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S3E11: From Goldfish to Goats: What Animals Teach Kids

S3E11: From Goldfish to Goats: What Animals Teach Kids

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For many children, a pet isn’t just an animal, it’s a first friend, a quiet comfort, and a daily lesson in care and connection. In this episode, host Emily Manning sits down with veterinarian Dr. Kathleen Ritzmann of Madison County Veterinary Clinic to explore the powerful role companion animals can play in children’s lives. Together, they unpack the human–animal bond and how caring for pets can help children grow in empathy, emotional regulation, and responsibility. Dr. Ritzmann also shares practical guidance for families, from choosing the right pet for your household to safely introducing a new animal and helping children become confident, compassionate caregivers. And don’t miss the end of the episode, where Dr. Ritzmann shares some fun and surprising animal trivia you won’t want to miss! The following music was used for this media project: Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license "Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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