Is it advisable to get a dog when children are around the age of 3? How do pets help to enhance a child's growth?

There are many benefits of raising a child alongside a pet. Having a pet actually strengthens the child's immune system and minimises the risk of allergies, that is unless your child is allergic to fur. It improves family bonding and aids in your child's emotional growth. However, it would be good to ensure that you can commit to looking after the pet as a family member for its entire lifetime and not get a pet for the sake of the child. Along with benefits, there are also disadvantages (?) of getting a pet as it means increased expenses and having to clean up after the pet and training it. http://sg.theasianparent.com/having-a-pet-can-make-your-child-a-better-person/