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    Puppies and Pregnancy!!!


    So my husband and I just found out that we are expecting our 1st child! Which I am very excited! My only issue is that Heidi is still a baby. She will be a year and a half by the time the baby is born. I was just wondering if you guys have any suggestions to get her to get used to me being pregnant and also with a infant in the house! Has anyone had to go through this?! I would love any advice!!

    Background: I have a step daughter that is 6 and Heidi loves to play with her, but sometimes she gets scared. Heidi is going through training classes. And I love my Dane she will ALWAYS be my baby, no matter what blessing come our way!


    TIA!!!!!
    Brandi-Jo and Heidi!
    No it's not a horse, and no thank you we don't need to be fitted for a saddle!

  • #2
    I don't have any advice because I've never been pregnant. But congrats!
    sigpic~Reaper's Mommy (AKA Rebecca)
    Me and the birthday boy. 1yr old on Dec.25th

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    • #3
      Originally posted by Randrews View Post
      I don't have any advice because I've never been pregnant. But congrats!
      Thank you!!!!
      No it's not a horse, and no thank you we don't need to be fitted for a saddle!

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      • #4
        For me our first dobie knew I was pregnant before I did . She was a bit older whe I did get pregnant. She was always by my side about two weeks before I delivered my son and wouldnt leave the crib side whenhe was home. She was very protective of him and I will always remember that. She was Albino so she was very special in her own mental ways so for her to show that much caring was very special to me. We have our Boomer now and he will be 16 weeks in a couple days and our older dobie that just turned 3, neither one of them have been through a pregnancy before. Campbell (dobie) hasnt missed a beat or really noticed that im pregnant. He does seem to be a little more gentle. Boomer I dont think knows the difference bc I have always been pregnant since the day we got him. He will sit on my belly lap when he goes to sit next to me on the couch but I think thats only bc he doesnt really know how big he is. So in my experience with these very gentle big babies they know and react ery well. Now I will need to remember this post whrn this baby comes in 7 weeks and let you know how they act..lol
        sigpic Erin, Mommy of three skin babies, Jacob 4, Ari 3, Jacen 4m, with one on the way. 2 fur babies Campbell-Doberman Pincher (3), Boomer-fawn Great Dane (9 months). Oh cant forget married to my wonderful Marine husband Drew.....

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        • #5
          I should add that my husband is very good af training our dogs that we have never had any outof control dogs. All ourfriends and neighbors are always so impressed on how well trained they are and listen to commands no matter how excted they may be.
          sigpic Erin, Mommy of three skin babies, Jacob 4, Ari 3, Jacen 4m, with one on the way. 2 fur babies Campbell-Doberman Pincher (3), Boomer-fawn Great Dane (9 months). Oh cant forget married to my wonderful Marine husband Drew.....

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          • #6
            Originally posted by Dane-tastic_Life View Post
            Puppies and Pregnancy!!!


            So my husband and I just found out that we are expecting our 1st child! Which I am very excited! My only issue is that Heidi is still a baby. She will be a year and a half by the time the baby is born. I was just wondering if you guys have any suggestions to get her to get used to me being pregnant and also with a infant in the house! Has anyone had to go through this?! I would love any advice!!

            Background: I have a step daughter that is 6 and Heidi loves to play with her, but sometimes she gets scared. Heidi is going through training classes. And I love my Dane she will ALWAYS be my baby, no matter what blessing come our way!


            TIA!!!!!
            Brandi-Jo and Heidi!
            I myself am 6 1/2 months pregnant with my 4th child and also have 9 and 4 month old Danes. What I am doing is playing sounds of babies crying and cooing from my iPad. Try YouTube for different sounds. We also have borrowed dolls from my 4 year old daughter and literally went through the motions of having a newborn. When my Danes are around the doll we use the words gentle and nice. When we "change" the doll and my Danes are around we use the word "back" to keep them a far enough distance away. My advice is get a doll and actually go through the motions! Don't forget to play different sounds too!
            sigpicMy blue baby Denali-8 1/2 months and my brindle girl Dova-4 months

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            • #7
              Originally posted by babydane1213 View Post
              For me our first dobie knew I was pregnant before I did . She was a bit older whe I did get pregnant. She was always by my side about two weeks before I delivered my son and wouldnt leave the crib side whenhe was home. She was very protective of him and I will always remember that. She was Albino so she was very special in her own mental ways so for her to show that much caring was very special to me. We have our Boomer now and he will be 16 weeks in a couple days and our older dobie that just turned 3, neither one of them have been through a pregnancy before. Campbell (dobie) hasnt missed a beat or really noticed that im pregnant. He does seem to be a little more gentle. Boomer I dont think knows the difference bc I have always been pregnant since the day we got him. He will sit on my belly lap when he goes to sit next to me on the couch but I think thats only bc he doesnt really know how big he is. So in my experience with these very gentle big babies they know and react ery well. Now I will need to remember this post whrn this baby comes in 7 weeks and let you know how they act..lol
              Haha you will have to do that! She is still jumping a little bit, but hopefully she will calm down as the months go on.

              Originally posted by New-Dane-Mom View Post
              I myself am 6 1/2 months pregnant with my 4th child and also have 9 and 4 month old Danes. What I am doing is playing sounds of babies crying and cooing from my iPad. Try YouTube for different sounds. We also have borrowed dolls from my 4 year old daughter and literally went through the motions of having a newborn. When my Danes are around the doll we use the words gentle and nice. When we "change" the doll and my Danes are around we use the word "back" to keep them a far enough distance away. My advice is get a doll and actually go through the motions! Don't forget to play different sounds too!
              That is an awesome idea! I never really thought about that! Thanks for the awesome advice! I will deff have to do that!!!
              No it's not a horse, and no thank you we don't need to be fitted for a saddle!

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              • #8
                LOVE the obvious excitement in your posts!!! congrats on the lil bun in the oven and best of luck!!!
                [SIGPIC]

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                • #9
                  Do you love your training school? If so, I might ask your trainer to offer some recommendations, because your trainer knows Heidi better than we do and can probably offer more individualized recommendations. Playing the sounds of babies crying, seeing if any friends have babies you can hang out around, these are awesome ideas. When my parents' dog was a puppy/teenager, I was nannying and she was SO good with the baby, especially.

                  We made a point, however, no matter how perfect Lora was with the baby, of never, ever, ever, ever leaving a baby and a dog unattended together. Babies have the ability to be terrifying to dogs and even the best dog on the planet has a breaking point. You never know where that breaking point is until you hit it because you don't know if the dog slept poorly or rolled an ankle slightly or just isn't feeling awesome that day. Babies and dogs, no matter the size of the dog, no matter if the baby is sleeping, must always be supervised together. If you have to leave the room, one or the other comes with you, even if they're just laying peacefully together.

                  And of course, congrats!
                  1 Great Dane - Castiel (white-deaf and visually impaired). 4 cats - Shinigami, Peter Parker, Dial Home Device aka DHD and Mobile Analytical Laboratory Probe aka MALP. 3 reformed feeder rats - Steve , Tony and Bruce. 1 sugar glider - Donna.

                  A home with a wealth of animals, on our journey to becoming a home with a wealth of animals and a dearth of clutter.

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                  • #10
                    First of all, congratulations!!! How exciting for you!!!

                    I actually was about 4 1/2 months pregnant when we got our first Dane puppy. People thought we were crazy. And I will admit, it's definitely not for everyone. It takes a lot of hard work, frustration, and family involvement. My daughter is now 4 months old and our Dane will be a year old in a few weeks. It's even more hard work, dedication, and frustration, especially since I am home alone for 10 hours each day.

                    Since this was our first child also, we got Diesel(our Dane) around small children right from the beginning. A six year old is a great start, but if you can, see how your Dane reacts to babies and infants in the same room. You don't want any puppy/baby interactions for a long time, so make sure Lucy will reliably listen to a "leave it" command, and be sure she has her own space to go to so she can entertain herself.

                    Jealousy was never a problem for us because we taught Diesel to share our attention with our other dog. I know this sounds a bit strange, but I began to "pretend" to carry a baby around with a stuffed animal that made noises, and taught Diesel to be quiet and calm when we asked. Easier said than done with a pup as young as him!

                    It can totally be done if you're devoted. Put Lucy through rigorous training and make sure she doesn't always expect your undivided attention. As I mentioned before, it's important to develop a reliable "leave it" command, and be sure she understands when it's time for her to have some alone time. With a new addition, you get extremely busy with your newborn. Try to have someone stay with you in the beginning and help you out. That's suggested even if you don't have any pets, but it's a godsend if you do.

                    It's also important to make sure you aren't excluding Lucy from your life once the baby arrives. It seems like a no-brainer, but as I said, a new baby takes over and changes your entire life, in a wonderful way! You surely don't want Lucy to become sour towards your child because you ignore her for the baby's attention. But on that same note, teach Lucy that your child is, right from the start, higher up in ranking in your "pack" than she is, which means your child gets your attention first.

                    Again, having someone stay with you and help in the beginning will make things much easier on everyone. When you first come home from the hospital, have the new dad stay in the car with your newborn while you go in the house and greet Lucy, she surely will have missed your long absence! Bring a blanket home from the hospital that baby was swaddled in and give it to Lucy as a present. That way, your pup will get to smell and unofficially "meet" the baby, plus she has something new. It's a good, positive step right off the bat.

                    If I think of any other things, I'll add another post. This is right up my alley, since we had to transition a 6-7 month old Dane to a new baby! You'll be fine, as long as you work hard to prepare Lucy starting NOW. You'll need all these months to get ready, and the bigger your belly gets, the more important it is that Lucy respects your space and everyone in the family.

                    Good luck and, again, CONGRATULATIONS!!


                    ~Dana~
                    sigpic

                    Rest in peace, my sweet angel Dixie 3/2/2013

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by Charlene View Post
                      LOVE the obvious excitement in your posts!!! congrats on the lil bun in the oven and best of luck!!!
                      Thank you so much!!! !

                      Originally posted by Thoenix View Post
                      Do you love your training school? If so, I might ask your trainer to offer some recommendations, because your trainer knows Heidi better than we do and can probably offer more individualized recommendations. Playing the sounds of babies crying, seeing if any friends have babies you can hang out around, these are awesome ideas. When my parents' dog was a puppy/teenager, I was nannying and she was SO good with the baby, especially.

                      We made a point, however, no matter how perfect Lora was with the baby, of never, ever, ever, ever leaving a baby and a dog unattended together. Babies have the ability to be terrifying to dogs and even the best dog on the planet has a breaking point. You never know where that breaking point is until you hit it because you don't know if the dog slept poorly or rolled an ankle slightly or just isn't feeling awesome that day. Babies and dogs, no matter the size of the dog, no matter if the baby is sleeping, must always be supervised together. If you have to leave the room, one or the other comes with you, even if they're just laying peacefully together.

                      And of course, congrats!
                      Thank you! We like our trainer and he is really awesome with Heidi! And we are going through another round of training just to make sure she really gets it! Thank you so much for the advice!

                      Originally posted by Derangedfox View Post
                      First of all, congratulations!!! How exciting for you!!!

                      I actually was about 4 1/2 months pregnant when we got our first Dane puppy. People thought we were crazy. And I will admit, it's definitely not for everyone. It takes a lot of hard work, frustration, and family involvement. My daughter is now 4 months old and our Dane will be a year old in a few weeks. It's even more hard work, dedication, and frustration, especially since I am home alone for 10 hours each day.

                      Since this was our first child also, we got Diesel(our Dane) around small children right from the beginning. A six year old is a great start, but if you can, see how your Dane reacts to babies and infants in the same room. You don't want any puppy/baby interactions for a long time, so make sure Lucy will reliably listen to a "leave it" command, and be sure she has her own space to go to so she can entertain herself.

                      Jealousy was never a problem for us because we taught Diesel to share our attention with our other dog. I know this sounds a bit strange, but I began to "pretend" to carry a baby around with a stuffed animal that made noises, and taught Diesel to be quiet and calm when we asked. Easier said than done with a pup as young as him!

                      It can totally be done if you're devoted. Put Lucy through rigorous training and make sure she doesn't always expect your undivided attention. As I mentioned before, it's important to develop a reliable "leave it" command, and be sure she understands when it's time for her to have some alone time. With a new addition, you get extremely busy with your newborn. Try to have someone stay with you in the beginning and help you out. That's suggested even if you don't have any pets, but it's a godsend if you do.

                      It's also important to make sure you aren't excluding Lucy from your life once the baby arrives. It seems like a no-brainer, but as I said, a new baby takes over and changes your entire life, in a wonderful way! You surely don't want Lucy to become sour towards your child because you ignore her for the baby's attention. But on that same note, teach Lucy that your child is, right from the start, higher up in ranking in your "pack" than she is, which means your child gets your attention first.

                      Again, having someone stay with you and help in the beginning will make things much easier on everyone. When you first come home from the hospital, have the new dad stay in the car with your newborn while you go in the house and greet Lucy, she surely will have missed your long absence! Bring a blanket home from the hospital that baby was swaddled in and give it to Lucy as a present. That way, your pup will get to smell and unofficially "meet" the baby, plus she has something new. It's a good, positive step right off the bat.

                      If I think of any other things, I'll add another post. This is right up my alley, since we had to transition a 6-7 month old Dane to a new baby! You'll be fine, as long as you work hard to prepare Lucy starting NOW. You'll need all these months to get ready, and the bigger your belly gets, the more important it is that Lucy respects your space and everyone in the family.

                      Good luck and, again, CONGRATULATIONS!!


                      ~Dana~

                      Thank you for the awesome advice! We work with Heidi daily with commands like "Gentle" "Easy" "Be sweet" and she is picking up on it very well! And I think she senses what is going on because she sniffs my stomach and then gives me kisses. So I think she's starting to understand my personal space and that she needs to be careful. I've also seen a difference when I walk her, she doesn't pull so much or tries to go after anything. Which is good!! The one thing you said I really would love to do is the blanket thing. That seems like the best way to introduce a new being. I'm looking forward to working with her a hopefully it will all come together in the end!! Thank you so much for your advice once again!!!
                      No it's not a horse, and no thank you we don't need to be fitted for a saddle!

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