How to Raise Kids With Dogs

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Allow your dog to enter the nursery.

   This will help your dog become accustomed to new furniture, new smells, and a new environment.
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   Step 2: Apply baby products to yourself or your dog's toys.

   The smells of baby lotion or baby shampoo will allow your dog to become familiar with your baby's smell before they arrive in your home. , This will help familiarize your dog with a crying baby so they can adjust to the extra noise when the baby arrives. , Tell your partner or family member to hold your dog as you slowly approach the dog with the baby.
   
   This will allow your dog to sniff and inspect the baby. , Bring your baby along when you take your dog for walks.
   
   If your dog enjoys going on walks, they will begin to associate this pleasurable activity with the baby.
   
   Give your dog a special treat when you are required to pay more attention to the baby.
   
   This may calm and satisfy your dog when you have to nurse your baby or change their diaper.
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   Step 3: Play tapes or videos of babies crying on a regular basis.

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   Step 4: Introduce your dog to your baby when it arrives at home.

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   Step 5: Establish companionship instead of competition between your dog and the baby.

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