“It's best to make gradual changes in your pet’s routine rather than abrupt changes when the baby arrives,” explains Rugen McGowan, Purina Senior Scientist, Human/Animal Bond. Fortunately, pregnancy gives you several months to prepare your pet for your baby’s arrival.
- Adjust your pet’s routine to one you can keep consistent
- Carve out special one-on-one times with your pet
- Brush up on obedience training for your dog
- Create a few pet-free zones in the house
- Introduce your pet to baby equipment like strollers
Why do dogs need more preparation than cats? There are a few reasons dogs need more time to adjust to change in your home. Dogs typically have a set routine. Likely, all of that will change once the baby arrives. A new routine, along with new sounds and smells could be upsetting to your dog. That's why it's important to take the time to prepare your dog for a new baby.
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