| new baby
I have never used a forum before but this message made me sign up. I have a 6yr old male unnuetered male rott. I have had him around many new babies(neices and nephews). I am not an expert as this is my first rott. I have owned enough dogs thru the years tho. Commen Sense is the key here. It starts before the baby is born. Never rough house physically with her, humans are not chew toys. and she shouldn't be taught she can jump around and play with them. Balls, chew toys, etc.,(mine uses a truck tire) are the only things she should learn to chew on. The child must also be taught respect for the dog when the time comes. I have seen people get their dog all excited rough housing with them and then can't figure out why they are none to gentle with chidren. Do not let your dog cross the humans are alpha, boundary. I first taught Tonka to take a single cherrio from me. He will now sit patiently for my 2 yr old niece to give him one right from her fingers. The only problem that may arise is the tendency to herd makes them bump children around. As for the other problem I say love me love my dog but in their house you must respect their wishes and not bring her. Invite them to your house to see her in action so they can see she isn't a vicious killer. good luck.  |