In today’s episode of The Pooch Parenting Podcast, I’m responding to two listener questions. One is from a parent and the other is from a dog training professional. Both inquire about 3-year old toddlers who were bitten by their family dogs in the face. I discuss what could have contributed to this behavior and how to prevent it in the future. I also talk about some mindset shifts toddler families need to consider when trying to have their kids and dogs live safely and happily together.
Topics on this episode include:
- toddlers hitting dogs
- puppy growling at toddler
- puppy biting toddler
- toddler and dog management strategies to prevent inappropriate interaction
- newly adopted dog – how it feels
- potential causes of dog or puppy growling at toddler
- support for parents with dogs
- The ABC’s of Growling – How to Understand and Respond to Your Dog
Listen to the episode
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p.s. If you are a dog pro who wishes you had a little more confidence with clients who are adopting or expecting kids or who have children already, get on the waitlist for The Pooch Parenting Coach Collective. It’s a supportive membership for dog professionals that offers live zooms, made-for-you handouts to give to clients with kids, and an interactive Facebook group.
