Many dogs who haven’t spent time around children find toddlers confusing and intimidating. Some find them downright scary! This isn’t surprising—children move, sound, smell and behave very differently than adults do. If your baby is still on the way, please see our article on Preparing Your Dog for a New Baby [1] to learn about what you can do in advance to help your dog adjust to all the new experiences and changes ahead. If your bundle of joy has just arrived, please see our article on Introducing Your Dog to Your New Baby [2] for important tips on making introductions and early interactions between your dog and the baby as smooth as possible. Read on to learn about what you can do to influence the developing relationship between your dog and your growing child.
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