News

Actions

Three things you can do to prepare your dog for a baby’s arrival

Posted at 9:13 PM, Jan 20, 2015
and last updated 2015-01-20 21:13:23-05

RICHMOND, Va -- Sometimes, the toughest crowd to please when a new baby arrives is the family dog.

Fortunately, dog training experts say there are some things you can do to prepare your dog when a baby is on the way. Here are three things you can do:

  • Dog trainers say spending some extra time with your dog before the baby arrives is a good way to prepare your dog.
  • You can also teach your dog how to sit and stay, so your dog does not try to jump on you while you're holding the baby.
  • Creating boundaries is also a good idea: teaching your dog to recognize between its toys and your baby's toys. It's also good to train your dog to become familiar with the baby's room.