Popsugar Family Family Life Benefits of Dogs For Kids 7 Reasons to Get Your Kids That Dog They've Been Begging You For November 27, 2015 by Lisa Horten View On One Page Photo 7 of 7 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 7 They provide constant companionship. A child with a dog at home will never (or very rarely!) feel alone. Previous Next Start Slideshow Family LifeParentingDogs