Dog Training for New Parents

Infants and Dogs: Dog Training for New Parents

A new baby is an exciting adventure for new parents, especially for those who were pet parents before! Circle Dog Training offers a training program to not only help you introduce your dog when the baby comes, but also prepare your dog to ensure both your dog and baby will be safe. Our professional dog trainer will help your dog when the baby comes home so they understand boundaries and how to handle all of the new baby sounds and noises. 

Our main goal is to keep your baby safe around your dog and make sure they can live together peacefully. We’ll also help you teach your dog good manners around babies and children.

dog training for new parents

Common Canine Behaviors When Baby Arrives

As amazing as your family dog is, bringing a baby into the home is an adjustment. While most dogs do just fine with this adjustment, allow your dog time to adjust to after the baby is born. Circle City Dog Training an help mitigate concerns you may have as new parents and help your pooch start on the right paw with your baby.

Dogs can experience confusion as you incorporate your new tiny human into your daily routine. We’ll help you encourge your dog to get used to all the new baby smells and sounds, and may even have to compete for your attention. If you’re concerned about the transition process for your pooch, we specialize in addressing behaviors like:

  • Reinforcing calm behaviors around the baby.
  • Working through resistance to routine changes.
  • Instances of guarding behaviors or signs of jealousy.
  • Proper use of baby gates and boundaries for your dog.
  • Making sure your dog used to a baby in the house.

Bring Your Baby Home with Peace of Mind

Our programs are specifically designed for families bringing home newborn babies and parents with toddlers. We have a structured approach to help each canine navigate this big change in life while leading with compassion.  Our trainers will focus on creating positive associations with your new baby so that your fur pal feels secure when welcoming a new pack member into the home.

This program is ideal for parents of newborn babies and also parents of toddlers of any age! Train your dog the right way with Circle City Dog Training in Indianapolis. 

How Your Growing Family Benefits with Cribs and Canines 

If your family is growing, let us help with creating a seamless transition for you and your pooch by:

  • Creating positive associations with your baby’s new smells and sounds
  • Instilling trust in your fur baby’s behavior around your human baby.
  • Providing an expertly tailored program for you and your family’s dynamics.
  • Giving your dog attention when the baby arrives

Getting Started

Circle City Dog Training is ready to help your dog get adjusted and ready for the arrival of your new baby arrives. Schedule your dog’s training with us today!