I had to rehome my first little poodle because my 2 little daughters didn't understand she was REAL LIVE animal. I think I had her for 5 yrs. at that time. She was in the living room with them and I stepped into the kitchen for a min. When I reentered the room, they each had one end of her, each did not want to share the petting. Luckily Co-Co was alright, and I found a wonderful home for her with an older couple. Almost broke my heart to let her go, but it was in her best interest. I didn't have any more small dogs again until they were older. I sometimes still think about my Co-Co.