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Chore guide

Take full care of the pet

Feed, water, walk or clean up after the pet every day, without reminders.

Young teens can take full daily care of a family pet: food, fresh water, walks or play, and cleaning the cage, tank or litter box on schedule.

Try this week with your kids

Noki suggests a first week of quests and rewards for your kids. You change what you like before you start.

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Why it matters

Caring for an animal every day teaches empathy and reliability: the pet depends on them. It is often the job teens are proudest of.

Steps for kids

  1. Give the right amount of food.
  2. Refill the bowl with fresh water.
  3. Walk or play with the pet.
  4. Clean the cage, tank or litter box on its day.
  5. Tell a grown-up if the pet seems unwell.

How to teach it by age

  • Ages 11 to 12

    They do the daily feeding and walks, with help for the weekly jobs.

  • Ages 13 to 14

    They own the whole daily and weekly care.