Relax, there is no need to start defending your dog's breed. You can ease your mind and know I do not pinpoint specfic breeds in this article. Instead, I have a list of traits and contexts with dogs that are huge red flags for expecting parents and households with...
The Best Toys to Entertain Your Dog While You Have a New Baby Oh boy, life has changed. I'm caring for a new baby around the clock! One day, I caught myself plastered to the couch, staring off during one of the baby's naps, and saw my dog just sitting there, bored...
Teaching Your Dog the Difference Between Dog and Baby Toys Until now, your dog probably had free range of the toys that tend to scatter around the house. Many clients experience this dilemma, so don’t panic; it’s not too late to help your dog understand the new rules....
There is an age-old, open-ended phrase: "To supervise your kids around dogs." What exactly is that supposed to mean? This phrase sets families up to fail because it gives them a false sense of security. It gives the impression that if they are supervising...
The following is an interview with Leri Hanson, a world-renowned owner, breeder, and competitor of Pit Bull dogs. She is also a loving grandmother and brings a great perspective to the issue of high-drive working breeds around young kids. Carrie: Hello Leri Hanson!...
You’ve cared for your dog and practiced being great dog parents. Now, you welcome a newborn baby into your life and enter parenthood. As the stork is ready to deliver your baby, you may have concerns about how your dog will react and cope with the newest addition to...
Dogs are affectionate animals that show their emotion and are compassionate friends. A dog is a protector, teacher, entertainer, and a valued family member. Dogs are popular with kids and can make a great addition to growing families. They are not only loyal, but they...
It's a fun and exciting time when you are bringing a new bundle of joy home, and a lot of preparation must take place. The house has to be baby-proofed, and the nursery finalized before the arrival of the newborn. Surprisingly enough, puppies have similarities to...
With just a few keystrokes on a computer or mobile device, you can access tons of information about a baby and a dog's interaction. Sifting through all the data the internet can provide can be challenging. Dogs To Diapers understands your baby and dog are the family's...
What role does your dog play when your baby gets sick? Research shows that having a dog around newborns can help reduce the risk of coughs and sniffles. Researchers also state, “Babies that grow up with a pet, mainly a dog, are less likely to get sick than children...
Can my dog and baby be happy living their lives together? If you have asked yourself this question, your heart and mind are in the perfect place to receive this information. The key to getting your dog and baby along is proper management, training, and understanding...
Before I had kids, I would randomly get clients who needed their dog trained because a baby was coming. I was naïve to think that I could handle such a responsibility. Fortunately, no baby got hurt because of my ignorance. I walked into each situation like it was...