Dog Training for New Parents
Infants and Dogs: Dog Training for New Parents
Bringing a new baby home is a thrilling chapter for new parents! However, your dog may not be thrilled about a new family member and the many changes that come when the baby arrives. Four-legged family members need time to transition to this new life, too.
Luckily for new parents, By the Bay Dog Training is ready to help you prepare your dog for big change! Our professional dog trainer can help make adjusting to baby a calming and confident experience for your dog.
Allow Your Dog Time to Adjust
Family pets often don’t have a problem adjusting to the new baby sounds and smells. However, as new parents, you may have reservations when your dog goes to sniff the bab or lick them. For peace of mind, we are here to help you introduce your dog to the new baby. After all, newborn babies bring lots of change for both the dog and parents.
Bringing home a new baby can be an overwhelming adjustment for all household species. Your pup may feel that there’s now competition for attention and have trouble adjusting to all the new routines. By the Bay Dog Training specializes in addressing canine behaviors like:
- Hyperactivity around the baby.
- Excessive jumping or barking around the baby.
- Anxiety regarding changes in routines or spaces.
- Guarding behaviors, signs of jealousy, territorial behavior.
How Our New Parent Dog Training Is Different from Obedience Training
General obedience training doesn’t quite meet the needs in transitioning when a new baby arrives. By the Bay Dog Training focuses on a structured and positive approach when helping your dog navigate this big life change that focuses on creating positive associations with your baby. This way, your four-legged family member feels secure, valued, and confident.
When dogs are around babies and young children, it’s important to teach your dog how to respect the baby, but also allow the dog to have space and times away from the baby. When you have a dog and baby in the home it can create more chaos and stress for everyone, especially your dog. Make sure your dog can have an escape when the baby is around, we always recommend the use of baby gates especially when you introduce a dog to a new baby.
Prepare Your Dog for the Arrival
If you’re a dog owner local to San Francisco and have a new baby on the way, By the Bay Dog Training can assure your furry pal will have a smooth transition to this new time in life. You and your pup will experience:
- Confidence in your dog’s behavior around the baby.
- A smooth transition for both your dog and your family.
- A tailored program with one-on-one guidance.
Schedule New Parent Dog Training Today!
Schedule your training session today and create family harmony in such an exciting time. Whether you have one dog or several, By the Bay Dog Training is available to help with new parent dog training!