Any child who has the resposibilty to walk dogs, should have their parents involved in some way!! Because children are stubborn and believe that they can do anything! If their parents are involved they can help determine whether or not certain dogs should be walked by their child!! As well as the dog owner!! If you have a 120lb dog that drags you, would you hand that dog over to a 60lb child to walk for you?? I would hope not!! It all revolves around common sence!! JMO!!