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Animal Miracles

(Rated TV-G, Reality TV, Starring Alan Thicke, Robert Bruce, Lindsay Marett, Where to watch: Animal Planet)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Amazing pet heroes; may be scary for little kids.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 6 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The unconditional relationship of love and companionship between pet and owner is remarkable.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Pet owners are in pain, trapped, and desperate, relying on their loving pets to rescue them.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Animal Miracles

Parents need to know that gripping, life-threatening scenes are re-enacted. Although they always have a happy ending (thanks to the heroic animals), these scenes include fear, pain, and desperation on the part of the humans and are presented with such drama that young viewers may be frightened. Stories about animals that were abandoned and living difficult lives before being rescued by human owners may also upset sensitive kids. Still, there's no disputing the unconditional love and connection between animals and people.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the responsibilities of pet ownership. Should these responsibilities be shared? How can families divide them up? For kids interested in learning about careers working with animals, parents can talk about veterinary science, becoming an animal technician or trainer, studying zoology or marine biology, working with animal rescue groups, and more.

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. I rate this title iffy for age 5 and give it 3.0

    it is ok

    yeah its ok but not as good as adventures in doggie daycare

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Utah
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    This is tear dropping

    I love watching this in the morning because it makes me happy inside all day. Nothing wrong with it because everyone lives. This is an AMAZINGLY good educational show. I also love the front when they get ready to show you the show.

  3. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    One of the most grastest shows on earth.

    It show the connection between human and pet.It also shows how loyal and trustworthy pets are.

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