Dog Training for New Parents
Infants and Dogs: Dog Training for New Parents in Houston
When a dog owner finds out that they are expecting a new baby, preparation starts immediately. However, preparing the dog is often overlooked. Let Lone Star Dog Training make the transition easier for your whole family, furry members included.
Newborn babies mean changes in your life and in the life of your dog. This is why Lone Star Dog Training has developed Cribs & Canines, an in-home program that can prevent and solve common conflicts that can develop between your dog and the baby. Some owners find that habits they once found acceptable in their pet could pose a problem with a delicate infant around, while others discover new bad habits when they bring baby home.
The goal with this training program is to prepare your dog for the arrivale of your baby. The program is also for toddler and older children parents.
How Can This Program Help Your Dog?
If your dog has some mild hyperactivity (jumping, racing, counter surfing, barking, etc.) or even mild aggression, it can sometimes be overlooked. Jumping certainly isn’t recommended for a pregnant mother or for a dog owner who is holding their tiny new infant in their arms. Excessive barking from your dog may wake baby, and racing through the house may knock baby over. If your dog is protective of toys or food, they may show aggression toward your new bundle of joy, which is never okay. Our professional dog trainer can teach you to communicate your needs and boundaries to your pet and teach your dog to give you and your new baby some space.
Alternatively, many dog owners have the perfect dog until baby arrives. Whether the reactions are due to dominance or jealousy, aggression or pleas for extra attention may appear. We’ll help your dog get the attention they need, and prepare your dog for the arrival of the new baby or child.
Introduce your Dog and Baby with Confidence
Here at Lone Star Dog Training we strongly believe in giving dogs lots of space away from the baby and children in general. Babies and dogs can be tough, especially for the dog. We use crate, baby gates and other tools to help create safe and effective boundaries. It’s important to always allow the dog time away from the baby in the house.
Basic obedience training, leash walking with a stroller, impulse control and learning when to allow your dog to sniff the baby and meet them are always part of the cribs and canines program. We’ll teach your dog to associate the baby with good rewards, adjust to the new baby sounds and so much more.
Be Prepared When your Baby Comes Home
Start Training your Dog Today!
It doesn’t have to be your baby or the dog. You can have both, as long as you’re willing to invest a little time and energy. Whether you have a new baby arriving soon or you’re baby is born and are experiencing some problems, let us help you. Call us or send us a message to get started. We’ll make sure your baby and your dog are living together safetly and in peace.