Q&A for How to Give a Puppy As a Christmas Gift

Tell them there is something very delicate in the box and not to shake it, as it might break.

Yes, if you are giving a kitten or cat to someone, you should follow these instructions, except the training part.

Let your parents know that you don't feel up to the task of looking after the puppy by yourself, so that they can remain responsible for it until you feel ready. You will learn a lot from watching them care for the puppy and you can play with it a lot to ensure good bonding.

Yes, you could use these same instructions for a hamster.

It depends on what size you'd prefer. Great Danes are wonderful with children, as are golden or Labrador retrievers. If you want a smaller dog, consider a beagle, pug, Boston terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, cocker spaniel, Havanese, or Norfolk terrier.

No, they could suffocate if they are wrapped so you should not wrap them.