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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Because it involves the puppy- I would get him involved in fixing the damage. If that isn't possible, I would let him know that he needs to take on extra household chores because you have to deal with the damage. 
I wouldn't take away priveleges as much as I would (at least temporarily) add responsibilities. I think the message will be more positive. 
I would also explain that dogs are like babies- they don't know any better and it's our responsibility to care for and protect them. That means that we cannot be impulsive or forgetful- they absolutely depend on us. 
7K is awful-- it may be a great learning experience for your son, but I feel for you. [/quote]

I would also add that, at age ten, there is some responsibility that you can expect out of your son. Some people are saying that the dog is entirely an adult responsibility. I think a pet is a family responsibility. I would not leave a seven year old in charge of a dog- but at ten, I think you can have some expectations of your DS. 
Read Farmer Boy (Laura Ingalls Wilder). Anytime I think I'm too hard on my kid, I remind myself that this generation has it easier than any generation so far. [/quote]

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