Why are dogs protective of babies? We often say that the dog is man’s best friend, and the truth is that a beloved and well-trained dog creates a very strong bond with all family members, including children and babies. Some dogs take this bond to the point of developing a protective instinct towards their family, which …
There are an abundance of activities that kids and dogs can enjoy together. From organized and competitive events to backyard fun, you’re sure to be able to find something that both your child and your dog will enjoy. Just for Fun Give your kid a clicker (or teach her how to use a verbal CR, …
Sometimes kids’ natural affection for dogs can get them into trouble. Your child needs to understand that not every dog is friendly or safe, and that even the cute ones can be dangerous. There are several simple precautions for your child to take when approaching or being approached by strange dogs. Unattended Dogs Unattended dogs …
Bringing home a new baby is of course a time of joy, but it can also be very stressful for new parents as well as their dogs. From the time a new baby comes home, everything is different — the schedule, sights, sounds, and smells. Last but not least, the lion’s share of what was …
You already know how important leadership is for dogs to be happy and well behaved. Leadership is just as important for kids, both to model for them how to treat your dog, and to ease your dog’s mind that someone is in charge of the miniature (and often loud, erratic, and quick-moving) humans in their …
Some dogs are extremely tolerant of even rough handling by children, and will happily accept being used as pillows, or being dressed up in baby clothes and wheeled around the neighborhood in a stroller. However, dogs, even those that are considered to be members of their human families, are animals first, and will defend themselves …
