Dogs & Kids

Did you know that the arrival of a new baby is one of the top three reasons dogs are surrendered for re-homing? Or that the vast majority of dog bites to children come from their own family pet?

Juggling dogs, babies and children can be challenging and sometimes stressful. As a parent and professional dog trainer I understand and can help you prepare for life with dogs & babies and help you create safe, harmonious relationships between your dog and your children.

I am the only trainer in Scotland with specific training in dog/child dynamics and the only trainer in the country licensed by Family Paws Parent Education to support new and expectant families. If you need help with issues relating to dogs & children you can trust that you're in safe hands.

Bespoke sessions tailored to your specific needs/issues
Helping you understand the things your dog may find challenging about life with a new baby
Practical solutions to the challenges of raising dogs and babies together including - identifying potentially problematic lifestyle changes, how to assess things your dog might find stressful about living with a baby, how to implement changes in advance, practical preparations, identifying training gaps, body language etc
Teaching you how to read your dog and understand when he may be feeling stressed or anxious
Comprehensive follow up notes
1.5 hours approx
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£145 Dogs & Babies Consultation

DOGS, BUMPS & BABIES: PREPARING YOUR DOG FOR LIFE WITH YOUR BABY

Having a baby is a life changing experience not only for us but also for the dogs we live with.

My book, Dogs, Bumps and Babies: Preparing Your Dog For Life With Your Baby offers practical advice to help you make the transition from dog parents to parents with a dog as smooth and stress free as possible.

Available from Amazon in hardback, paperback and on Kindle, Dogs, Bumps & Babies is essential reading for every dog owner whose dog is about to have a little person in their life.