Dog Misbehaving Now That You Have A New Baby? Do THIS!

Believe it or not, but there are several things you can do simultaneously with your Pug while taking care of your new baby. For example, pet your pooch while you're rocking the baby to sleep. Or, take them both for a walk. Your Pug will get to burn off some energy and you'll feel better in the great outdoors! There are many other tips to try, too:

It’s not unusual for a calm, cuddly canine to act a bit beastly when a two-legged sibling takes over his turf.
Try not to be mad at your mutt. His misbehavior is his misguided way of getting your attention — in his eyes even a scolding is better than a cold shoulder.

Help your pup accept your baby. Your pet may not only be feeling displaced but also overwhelmed by all the new noises and smells in the house. To help your dog and baby coexist, give Scooter a treat when the baby cries, squeals, or coos so he’ll associate those baby sounds with something positive.

Work off that energy. But you can tend to both at the same time through exercise, which is a great way to burn off steam for both two-legged and four-legged family members. Plus, a walk will likely channel your woofer’s pent-up energy into something more constructive.
Catch your dog being good. Positive reinforcement goes a long way toward getting the behavior you want (a good thing to remember when your sweet baby turns into a sassy tot), so reward your dog for being obedient and calm when he’s around your daughter.

Simultaneously bond with your dog and baby. You want your pup to realize that good things can happen when the baby is around. Put those new-mama multitasking skills to the test by petting Scooter while you feed your little one or tossing a ball while you cuddle with your two-legged cutie.

Practice pet-safety rules. No matter how well these strategies might work or how famously your little one and family pet seem to be getting on, never leave your baby (and, later, your toddler) alone in a room with your dog (or any animal).

Here’s to a paw-sitively happy hound and baby!

As your baby grows older slowly but surely your Pug should get more used to her. Don't get frustrated if your pup is still acting jealous. She was your first baby and over time will learn how to be a big sister. Throughout this process continue to be consistent, caring, and give your baby and pup lots of love — all three of you will make it through happier! You can also check out more tips on how to get your Pug used to your new baby on What To Expect.



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