Pregnancy and Pets
I am eight
months pregnant and am wondering if you can suggest ways of introducing
my new baby to our family dog?
First, you
should take your pet and it's stool sample to your vet for a
thorough examination to insure your baby is not exposed to any diseases
or parasites upon arrival. Initially, even with healthy dogs, newborns
should be kept completely away due to their germ vulnerability and
delicacy. Later, they will meet under constant supervision. The
dog's reaction will let you know how fast to move forward and how
trusting to be with him. Be careful to realize dogs become jealous, so
reinforce the baby's presence as a positive idea by providing
praise and treats to the dog when the baby is around. Keep as many of
your pet oriented routines as possible. By keeping the evening walk,
the morning stick throw and the Friday new chew toy, your dog will be
more accepting to the other changes that will be occurring in the
household.
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