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Often the recipient of these signals will stop and move away—this is appropriate.

It is a very hectic time and a time of many changes when a baby arrives.

Remember, you want her to associate the baby with good things, not your displeasure.

It's generally best to ignore unwanted behavior, or correct your pup with a simple but firm "no.

You've probably been planning the arrival of your new furry friend for months or even years! If You Have an Older, Disabled or Injured Dog Dogs who are elderly, dogs who have chronic pain and dogs with sensory deficits, such as deafness or blindness, may have trouble adjusting to life with a child because of the unpredictability and chaos that children inevitably bring.

Use only positive reinforcement-based training methods with the dog.

If you don't have other dogs, let your puppy safely explore your home.

He should have a special bone and chews toys to enjoy in this space.

It may help to prepare your dog for a less consistent daily schedule.

Punishment can backfire because it teaches your dog that bad things happen when your child is present—which is yet another reason to dislike him.