--- title: "Steps to Introducing Your Pet to a Newborn" id: "199705" type: "post" slug: "steps-to-introducing-your-pet-to-a-newborn" published_at: "2020-05-01T16:00:00+00:00" modified_at: "2020-05-01T16:00:00+00:00" url: "https://www.petlandashland.com/steps-to-introducing-your-pet-to-a-newborn/" markdown_url: "https://www.petlandashland.com/steps-to-introducing-your-pet-to-a-newborn.md" excerpt: "Becoming a best friend and protector to your new bundle of joy is an exciting role that many canines are proud to take on. On the other hand, some dogs aren’t into the whole baby thing at first, and others..." taxonomy_category: - "Community" --- [Home](https://www.petlandashland.com/) / [Blog](https://www.petlandashland.com/blog/) / [Dogs](https://www.petlandashland.com/category/uncategorized/) / **Steps to Introducing Your Pet to a Newborn** [Community](https://www.petlandashland.com/category/petland/) # Steps to Introducing Your Pet to a Newborn May 1, 2020 · 3 min read · [Carley Kuehner](https://www.petlandashland.com/author/cosmick/) [Stay Connected Via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandashland.com) Becoming a best friend and protector to your new bundle of joy is an exciting role that many canines are proud to take on. On the other hand, some dogs aren’t into the whole baby thing at first, and others just aren’t really sure how to respond to the little tyke. Help your pup and your family ease into the process of getting to know each other with some pre-baby preparation. ### **Establishing New Boundaries** *Before*your newborn comes home, your dog needs time to adjust to the new environment. While you may not have taken notice or been bothered by it before, you’re not going to want your pup following you into every room of the house when rocking or feeding. Create off-limits spaces by using simple commands like “kennel up,” “out,” or “go lay down.” Once the requirement of the command has been met, reward your dog with a treat or affection. By offering a positive result for good behavior, your pup will understand that this isn’t a punishment. You’re just establishing a new routine. Enjoying this read? You'll love our puppies. Adorable, vet-checked pups looking for their forever homes — available now. [Meet our puppies](https://www.petlandashland.com/puppies-for-sale/) The time for introductions and family inclusion will come, but the last thing you want is to be carrying your newborn across a room…only to trip and fall over a curious canine. **Helpful Trick:**Buy a babydoll from your local dollar store. If possible, pick one that cries or makes noise and carry it around the home the way you would your newborn and use it as practice. ### **Setting the Mood** If possible, have a friend, family member, or pet sitter take your dog for a brisk run or walk to wear off excess energy. During this time, bring your newborn inside and allow other children in the home to express their excitement. Once everyone has calmed down a bit, have another adult help with initiating the first greeting between your pup and the new little person in their life. Leash your dog as a precaution; it’s not necessary to pull or restrain. They’re going to be curious… Still reading? Our puppies are waiting. 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Use this opportunity to help them get used to the presence of the baby and create the natural union of bringing them into The Pack! [Stay Connected Via Google News Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandashland.com) Available Now## If you loved this, you'll *love our puppies* Meet the happy, healthy pups ready to join your family today — browse the whole litter below. 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