{"id":4127,"date":"2019-07-12T08:00:38","date_gmt":"2019-07-12T15:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allbigdogbreeds.com\/?p=4127"},"modified":"2020-12-23T13:43:52","modified_gmt":"2020-12-23T21:43:52","slug":"big-dogs-and-little-babies-how-to-prepare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allbigdogbreeds.com\/big-dogs-and-little-babies-how-to-prepare\/","title":{"rendered":"Big Dogs and Little Babies: How to Prepare"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">44% of American millennial married couples believe their<a href=\"https:\/\/www.adweek.com\/brand-marketing\/44-of-millennials-see-their-pets-as-starter-children-and-thats-a-big-opportunity-for-brands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.adweek.com\/brand-marketing\/44-of-millennials-see-their-pets-as-starter-children-and-thats-a-big-opportunity-for-brands\/&source=gmail&ust=1562975366469000&usg=AFQjCNE7ek7iIqTyAg497cKvhUpA7jng_A\"> furry companions to be their \u201cstarter\u201d<\/a> children, reports Adweek.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Dog ownership and companionship is a lot <a href=\"https:\/\/allbigdogbreeds.com\/five-steps-to-prepare-for-being-a-first-time-pet-owner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/allbigdogbreeds.com\/five-steps-to-prepare-for-being-a-first-time-pet-owner\/&source=gmail&ust=1562975366469000&usg=AFQjCNHxPUW2w67KA6nsm8ey8zxDBieDzA\">like raising a little one<\/a>; it requires time, effort, and much responsibility.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">But when it comes time to have children of your own, what do you do with your doggy offspring?<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Keeping a large dog in a house with a newborn baby requires a little bit or preparation, but with the right amount of careful attention, both your dog and newborn baby will live together peacefully and safely.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preparing_Your_Dog\"><\/span>Preparing Your Dog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/allbigdogbreeds.com\/big-dogs-and-little-babies-how-to-prepare\/#Preparing_Your_Dog\" title=\"Preparing Your Dog\">Preparing Your Dog<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/allbigdogbreeds.com\/big-dogs-and-little-babies-how-to-prepare\/#The_Babys_Here_Now_What\" title=\"The Baby\u2019s Here: Now What?\">The Baby\u2019s Here: Now What?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/allbigdogbreeds.com\/big-dogs-and-little-babies-how-to-prepare\/#Getting_Used_to_a_Curious_Child\" title=\"Getting Used to a Curious Child\">Getting Used to a Curious Child<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/allbigdogbreeds.com\/big-dogs-and-little-babies-how-to-prepare\/#The_Gentle_Giant\" title=\"The Gentle Giant\">The Gentle Giant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Your dog is used to your typical routines. However, when a newborn baby is brought into the picture those routines are thrown out, which can be quite unnerving for a dog accustomed to a particular lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">One to two months before the baby is born, start changing up your<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/dog-care\/dogs-and-babies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/dog-care\/dogs-and-babies&source=gmail&ust=1562975366469000&usg=AFQjCNHsJdvsun6l8Ni6exER2QiU0vaJ3w\"> typical daily routine advises ASPCA<\/a>. By varying routines such as feeding times, walk times, and wake up times you can help ease your dog into a new type of normal and minimize stress for the dog.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">In addition, condition your dog to loud noises to prepare them to be desensitized for loud baby crying. The more your dog is prepared, the easier the transition will be by the time you bring your baby home.<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Babys_Here_Now_What\"><\/span>The Baby\u2019s Here: Now What?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">While your dog was once the center of your universe, you now have a newborn baby to care for. It can be quite overwhelming for new parents to be on careful alert to watch for any changes in their baby, from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.babyschooling.com\/learning-center\/health-guides\/baby-heart-murmur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.babyschooling.com\/learning-center\/health-guides\/baby-heart-murmur\/&source=gmail&ust=1562975366469000&usg=AFQjCNEcCrG3Ld0n1C2VjmmhhPpzmbIqyg\">knowing the signs of a heart murmur<\/a> to dealing with a wheezing cough.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Keeping your baby healthy is undoubtedly a balancing act while still caring for the needs of your dog. Give the dog one of your newborn\u2019s blankets as a first step to a positive relationship.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Teach your dog commands such as \u201cgo sit away\u201d or create safety barriers such as stair gates from the nursery to safely nurse your <a href=\"http:\/\/theconversation.com\/babies-and-pets-a-guide-for-new-parents-96494\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/theconversation.com\/babies-and-pets-a-guide-for-new-parents-96494&source=gmail&ust=1562975366469000&usg=AFQjCNGuNUB4X5FaW1aqPJ0d-EGIQZ8elQ\">baby away from the dog advises The Conversation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Over time you can have your big pup rest at your feet as you feed your child or change diapers, but what\u2019s important is that you take things at your own pace for the health and safety of both your big dog and little newborn.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_Used_to_a_Curious_Child\"><\/span>Getting Used to a Curious Child<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Children are naturally curious and act at times out of their own curious nature. Preparing your dog for gentle poking, prodding, and ear pulling is a great way to get them accustomed to a new baby.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">To do this, gently pull on your dog\u2019s ear and pinch them, then reward immediately with a treat. Try to pair the treat giving with a cheery phrase that you can use routinely, especially when they baby pokes the dog.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">As your child gets older you can teach them how to properly respect a dog\u2019s being, but for now making your dog accustomed to gentle tugging every now and then will help them stay calm around the new baby.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Gentle_Giant\"><\/span>The Gentle Giant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For many, the concern is that large breed dogs will dominate over a small child. Many new couples opt for small breed dogs over large breed for this exact reason.&nbsp;<strong> Large breed dogs, in fact, are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.readersdigest.ca\/home-garden\/pets\/large-breed-dogs-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.readersdigest.ca\/home-garden\/pets\/large-breed-dogs-benefits\/&source=gmail&ust=1562975366469000&usg=AFQjCNEFJXyCm-mjubEXc9Q9gWXErZj8Ng\">easier to train than small breed dogs<\/a> reports Reader\u2019s Digest.<\/strong> They are often docile \u201cgentle giants\u201d and are perfect companions to raising small children when compared to smaller breed dogs reports the magazine. In addition, their large size doesn\u2019t equate to higher energy levels; large breed dogs can be just as calm and collected as relaxed small breed companions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">There\u2019s no need to fear how your dog will live with your newborn baby if you properly prepare your household. Before you know it, your dog will care for the well being of your child just as much as you do.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>44% of American millennial married couples believe their furry companions to be their \u201cstarter\u201d children, reports Adweek. Dog ownership and companionship is a lot like raising a little one; it requires time, effort, and much responsibility. But when it comes time to have children of your own, what do you do with your doggy offspring? 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