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This book is the product of years of working with expecting dog owners both to resolve child/dog issues as well as to prevent them. After speaking with one person more than I cared to that was forced into surrendering their beloved family companion because they hadn't taken measures to prevent problems I decided to put everything relevant on the subject into writing in hopes that others would not have to undergo the same ordeal.
The first section involves relationship building and the elmination of annoying behaviors that would be problematic in the presence of a young child such as counter surfing, door crashing, jumping up and so on.
The second section deals with more serious behavior problems such as object guarding, fearfulness, separation anxiety, territoriality and more.
The third section discusses criteria for determining whether you should consider rehoming your present dog given certain dangerous behavior problems.
The final section explains how to prepare for your child's arrival and teach your dog to develop powerful positive associations with him/her while at the same time exhibiting acceptable behaviors and becoming more closely integrated into your "pack."
Customer Review: Not bad, Tons of Information
I did like this book, it was not bad at all. There is tons of information that has been somewhat helpful. I am 8 months pregnant and trying to help my dog get adjusted before the baby arrives. So, I am following some of the tips that the trainer gave and we will see what happens next month...
Customer Review: great book
This book has really helpful advice if your dog already knows the basic commands like "sit," "stay," and "down." The author gives excellent step-by-step instructions on how to stop problem behavior that might be dangerous or even just annoying when a child or baby is in your house. As for the review that says this book is "mean," they're wrong. First of all, the author never says to slam the door on your dog, just to slam it shut before he can get outside (this is for training him to wait for you to "let" him out) The advice this book sticks to the basic premise of all good dog training: that dogs are pack animals who need structure; all training should exemplify that YOU are the boss, or the "pack leader" -- if not, the dog will assume he is the leader and that is a dangerous situation. i highly recommend this book for anyone who is having a baby or even anyone who has young children in their home on any occasion.


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