If you are pregnant or have an infant or toddler, it is advisable to wait until your child is at least 3 years old before bringing home a cute puppy or kitten. Having a pet represents a great commitment. You have to have the time to take care of it in addition to resources, especially financial resources.Also, having a new pet can be very stressful, especially if you have a newborn baby. Remember that there will be a period of adaptation when you take the animal home. During this time, you will have to train the pet to "do your needs" outside the house. But while that happens, you'll keep busy cleaning up your "surprises."It is important that your child is mature enough to know that he should not bother the pet much when he does not know very well or know how he will react in certain situations. Keep in mind that your child will probably not help you with everything that has to do with cleaning the pet until you are between 7 and 8 years old.