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The ways to handle baby poop far outnumber those for dog poop. But I found an alternative to diapers — though it sort of freaks me out.
At nine months pregnant, I get a lot of silly questions about my belly AND about my dog.
My advice: Don’t focus on looks. Adorable dog does not equal cute dog. Get a dog with a great personality and you’ll think he’s adorable, even if he’s not the new cover model for Iams.
Dogs are great for kids, but adding to the stress of being a new parent can pose a problem.
But it’s not all bad — my husband and I can practice co-parenting, for example.
In preparing for my home birth next month, and I want Rusty to be there as my assistant.
Preventing dog bites is high on your priority list.
Trainer Tracy Pore divides preparation into three steps. This week: The Big Introduction.
Trainer Tracy Pore divides preparation into three steps. This week: Sights, sounds, and smells.
Trainer Tracy Pore divides preparation into three steps. This week we tackle the first: manners.
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There aren’t a lot of articles on what to do in this situation. So I wrote one!
Is my dog Rusty prepared for his soon-to-be baby sister? Well, he still sleeps in our bed. I’d say no.
When I first met Wes, he wasnโt interested in ever having a dog or children. He lived with cats and they were enough. I, however, had wanted kids and a dog for as long as I could remember.
Rusty’s perfect doggie experience is about to be uprooted by this growing little bump.
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