Question

what are the key things you would need to teach young children about the appropriate care and handling of pets

Answer 1

I think that the key things would include:
-Responsibility
-By walking the dog
-Feeding the dog
-Giving the dog attention
- It would also make them feel "more grown up" and proud of the accomplishments.
-Pride
-Confidence

Answer 2

Feed them, Give them water, Walk them ( if they need to be walked), Clean up after them, Show them affection, DONT IGNORE THEM
AKA common sense