The arrival of a baby is a wonderful and joyous occasion for a family, but there is a household member of the family of animals that may need special attention and a certain understanding to help them cope the novelty.
Most animals will require greater attention when a family introduces a new baby around the house. Dogs in particular may find confusing and intrusive when a new member of the pack "on the scene. A dog socializes in packs linear, which means it sees as some members of the family to its own dominant position and others as submitted. Initially, a dog probably see the new baby to a lesser package of law and order, and may display dominant behaviors. Watch for signs of aggression, such as growling, ears or thrown back on the head, and crouching. Dogs who form a deep bond with their owners can also become depressed and stop eating.
Cats are less social than dogs and can choose to ignore altogether the baby. They did not socialize in packs, so they have little need to exercise aggression. For them, the most annoying part of life with children is under sentence, although some cats very close relationship with their owners and may feel rejected. They may also stop eating. If you observe aggressive behavior in your animals, correct, but we should not punish them. Serious behavior problems or linger should always be discussed with your veterinarian.
Before putting baby home from the hospital, expectant parents should allow their pets to enter the family in the baby's room and to investigate the crib and other furniture. If baby powder or other smells, the animals will eventually join with the baby, let them explore the flavors. It is probably best, however, to keep your pets out of the room after the baby is home. Attentivement your animals can see and feel your baby. Parents who panic and pull the child when a dog or cat approaches may be sending the message that the baby is a threat.
Plan to spend time with your pets. Let them know they have not been replaced in the household. The animals may fear abandonment or rejection when the focus is switched to the new baby. Plan to take regularly walk or a game of recovery with your dog, or play games with your favorite cat. Give them time staff, just you and them.
Even with these precautions, some animals may never get used to children. Like people, they either accept children or they do not. If an animal is raised around children, in general there will be no big problem behavior. If the animal has not seen a "little person" before, you may have to closely monitor the interaction of a certain time. Also, if you have an animal that has been teased or mistreated by a child in the past, there will be major obstacles to overcome.
As your children get older, it is imperative that they learn to respect and treat the pet to the family. They should know that animals of pain and feeling lonely when no one is around - just like people do. Praise your child for the softness and to correct gross and unethical behavior toward your animals. Children must also learn that hunting dogs naturally flock catches, and recovery. Playful entering a tail or running in the yard can be a hunting dog at the invitation to make a jump-a very natural reaction to a dog.
Remember, in many cases, domestic animals were your "baby" first. They do not really understand what is happening. Find ways to show them that you love them just as much as usual. Take quiet walks or out in the yard on a cool summer evening. Make mealtime special times to be with you. A little love goes a long way to make your pet happy.
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