I would be more concerned about why my 2 year old would want to kick and hurt a little puppy. That is bad behavior even for a 2 year old. If the breeder still wants to sell you that puppy after your child tried to harm it that breeder is not reputable. Right now it sounds like your home does not need a pet of any kind. You might work on teaching your children how to be kind and respect all life forms.
There is a lot of time and training that goes into raising a puppy. It would be very difficult for you to keep that puppy away from your children in order to protect it and the puppy would not get the care it needs to be properly socialized and trained.
I also had small children when I had a small dog but the young children were not allowed to touch the dog--period. As they got older they were allowed to touch the dog only when I was there to help them. I was a stay at home mom. Animals are not for the children's entertainment and every child should know that. Pets should never be considered toys for kids. I have seen far too many families get pets that they have to dispose of later because the animal has bit or scratched the child. Of course an animal that has been hurt by a child will try to get away or protect it's self. Every family is different but it sounds like this person has issues that need to be dealt with before they bring any puppy into their home. |