Cribs and Canines: Dog Training for New Parents
Dogs and Infants: Dog Training for New Parents
Congratulations on your new baby! Fountain City Dog Training knows that you were pet parents first, and making sure your fur child adjusts to having a human sibling is important. New parents in Kansas City can now book dog training with Fountain City Dog Training and have access to our phenomenal trainers who know exactly how to help your pooch transition successfully to having a new baby in the home.
Fountain City Dog Training will help you before and after your baby arrives. We’ll teach your dog good manners and behaviors and also help you with tips on how to properly introduce your dog when you bring the baby home. Our professional dog trainers will let you know when it’s safe to let your dog sniff the baby and also help you create safe space and boundaries through the use of baby gates, or a crate. You’ll be confident with your dog and baby by the end of this program!
Common Dog Behavior Challenges When Baby Comes Home
Any dog, even beloved family dogs you’ve had for years, can have a hard time adjusting to a human baby in the home. There are new baby sounds, smells, and entire shifts to routines and what they know as “normal.” While most canines adjust well, your dog may need some additional help. We know the peace of mind that’s afforded by preparing your pup adequately.
Your four-legged family member may bark at unfamiliar sounds, feel the pressure to compete for your attention, or even display some out-of-character behaviors, We specialize in addressing behaviors like:
- Jumping or barking around the baby.
- Hyperactive movements or rough play around the baby.
- Adjusting to new routines.
- Resistance to changes in home spaces.
- Guarding behaviors or jealousy.
Prepare Your Dog for the Arrival with Proven Training
New parent training programs with Fountain City Dog Training are quite different from general obedience training sessions. Our cribs and canines program is specifically designed to focus on the quality of your dog’s transition to having a baby in the home. Our trainers accomplish this by creating positive associations with your baby and showing you how to reward your dog in these situations. By doing this, we help your dog feel secure and valued.
We’ll also make sure you allow your dog space and separation from the baby or child. Did you know this program is for toddler parents, too? Our goal is to train your dog to be comfortable around newborn babies and young children, and also teach you how to advocate for your pet.
Prepare Your Dog Before the Baby is Born
If your family is growing, you want to give your family dog a great experience welcoming your new baby into the home. Let us help with new parent dog training, and you and Fido will enjoy:
- A smooth overall transition during the first few days
- Peace of mind with your dog’s behavior around the baby.
- A training program designed to fit your family’s household dynamics.
- Allow the dog space and time away from the baby.
- Associate the baby with good behavior and rewards.
It’s crucial to remember this: NEVER leave your dog alone with a baby or child – no matter how friendly they may be. Accidents can happen and the consequences can be deadly for your baby and dog.
How to Get Started
Create family harmony with your new baby and your dog by scheduling your first two hour behavior consultation today! Fountain City Dog Training will make sure your dog gets plenty of attention and you feel comfortable having them around babies and children. Contact us before your new baby arrives!