Bringing home a baby with a “spicy” dog in the house? The internet’s favorite fix, having your dog sniff the baby’s blanket, isn’t the safeguard it’s cracked up to be, and assuming your dog will love the baby can set you up for disappointment. This post busts both myths and covers the questions worth asking about your dog’s needs before baby arrives. It also lays out what a behavior consultant does: not a one-time fix, but a partner helping you prepare for triggers, routines, and developmental changes as baby grows. What worked for a friend’s dog might not work yours.
