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Petfinder

(Rated TV-G, Reality TV, Starring Jarod Miller, Dina Zaphiris, Where to watch: Animal Planet)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 3, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Pet "matchmaking" show is cute, family-friendly.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 5 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Teaches compromise, empathy, helpfulness, working together. Promotes responsible, thoughtful pet care.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Some disagreements, but they're usually lighthearted. Some physical struggles with animals.

  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Lots of talk about "crap" and "poop."

  • Consumerism:

    Some subtle product placement; for instance, the hosts drive around in a Chrysler, which is one of the show's sponsors.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Petfinder

Parents need to know that a few playful arguments is about as iffy as the content gets in this reality show about matching families with pets. But while family members sometimes disagree about which pet to get, they ultimately must compromise to find an animal companion -- teaching viewers a lesson about putting aside personal goals for the good of the group as a whole. The show promotes adopting pets from shelters. Some stories can be very moving, so be prepared with tissues.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about pets and pet care. What did you learn from this show about the right way to choose and care for a pet? What kind of pets are in your family? What kind of relationship do different family members have with your pet(s)? Does your pet fit your family's style? Do you think a different kind of pet might be a better match for your family? How could you find out?
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