Families and Dogs

Wondering if a baby means finding a new home for your dog?

As a Licensed Family Paws Parent Educator, I have specialized training geared specifically to households expecting babies, or who currently have babies and/or toddlers. My goal is to increase safety and decrease stress through positive, practical real-life safety strategies as well as to provide education to support you and your family dog. This session is perfect for people with dogs who:

Are just starting to plan a family
Are expecting a baby
Have newborn babies in the home
Have older babies and/or toddlers
Are grandparents and extended family who have babies and children visit

Afterward, I send:

An assessment of your dog’s behavior
Safety and management strategies
Tips on how to include your dog in life with a baby
Ideas for exercise and enrichment for your dog
Links to relevant resources and downloads
Next steps for your family

Initial in-person consultation: $175. Book your session here.

Outside my service area? Book an initial online consultation here.

What clients say

I cannot recommend Janice enough! I have a wonderful rescue dog, Roscoe, who started experiencing increased anxiety around my 17 month old son. I wanted to ensure my son had a great first experience with a family pet, and help Roscoe feel less anxious around his tiny human who was newly mobile and very noisy.

Roscoe aced his training and homework and we are well on our way to a less stressed, happier household.

If you need help with your pup, don’t hesitate to get in touch with her! ~ Allie, Kevin, JJ, and Roscoe

Download my free resource, Children and Dogs: 7 Best Practices

When your dog starts to “notice” your toddler

Did your dog ignore your infant, but is now wary of your newly mobile and vocal toddler?

This is very common, and the change in your dog’s behavior may seem to “come out of nowhere.” Create safety for your toddler, peace of mind for your family, and comfort for your dog with a Dogs and Toddlers consultation.

During our meeting, we go over:

An assessment of your dog’s behavior
Safety and management strategies
Ideas for exercise and enrichment for your dog
Ways to safely include your dog in family life with an active toddler
Links to relevant resources and downloads
Next steps for your family: a customized training plan to give your dog new behavior options and to give you peace of mind.

In this video, Roscoe is learning to go to his "House" (crate) from any spot in the home, which gives him a cozy refuge whenever he needs a break.

Initial consultation: $175. Book your session here.