I would like to comment on all the posts regarding children, youth, teens getting pets. I know both sides of this. Congratulations to all of you 'kids' who being responsible with your pets!! I am step-mom to (2) teen girls. They are both horrible about wanting, getting & then not wanting pets. I still let them try because they will never be responsible if they are given the chance. However, whenever I do agreed, it's because I know that I am taking on another pet. Do I have time to remind her daily to feed this pet, do I have time to feed this pet myself, do I have time to clean another cage, etc. If I answer yes, then the pet comes home. If I answer not at this time, the pet does not! Right now, we have (2) dogs, (4) cats, (1) ferret, (2) turtles, (1) hamster, (7) goldfish ( in a pond ) and a tropical fish tank! I take care of all of them!! And I love them all!! Parents have to be responsible too. You MUST acknowledge the fact that you may end up with this pet & if you can not care for it, then DO NOT let your child bring it home!! Good luck to all you!!! Sal sal _ a @ computerrescuesquad.com [Posted in FML issue 3074]