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11. Good Listeners
Dogs are good listeners and can help your teen talk out emotions or your elementary-aged child improve her reading skills by reading aloud to a non-judgmental audience.

12. Health Makers
Research shows that kids who grow up with dogs tend to be healthier. They demonstrate lower incidences of asthma and allergies than their peers without pets.