I am 6 weeks pregnant and I woke up the other morning not wanting my 10 month old yellow lab that is full of energy. We live in a very small townhome with no backyard. I feel bad for the dog because I cannot give it the training that it needs. My husband on the other hand loves the dog, we have only had her for a couple months now but he loves her. I feel that he is not thinking about the baby's safety, when it arrives. Does he just not understand what it takes to take care of a baby? Why is he so upset at me for not understanding why he wants to make it work? I have pretty much made up my mind about the dog, cat, my huband and I, and a baby living in a small townhouse together. Am I wrong or is it the hormones talking?
2007-03-21 08:27:57 · 10 answers · asked by Amanda B 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
then let her be his responsibility. He may be trying to get himself together to get ready for the baby.
Labs are not bad dogs at all.. she is just a baby too so she will be active. Most dogs and babies can co-exist in the same households if they have a good temperment. If she has not shown aggresion to you and him then there might not be much to worry about. Since you dont have a back yard, there should be more walking of the dog and playing on his part. this will help bring her energy level down (watch dog wisperer. lol)
I grew up with dogs all the time. There was even a chocolate lab in the house when i was born. you just have to treat them like toddlers when the baby comes. baby gates will be essentail and additional training will be needed for the dog and your husband. You can even start now so its not a shock for both of them... Like using gates to block off areas that you know that are going to be a 'no no' to the puppy when the baby comes.
at this time i would be more worried about the cat then the dog. feaces and litter can cause pregnancy complications.
and yes... the hormones have something to do with it too.. lol dont worry about that too much. lol
2007-03-21 08:32:32 · answer #1 · answered by Kynnie 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No I don't think it is just "hormones talking." We have a lab boxer mix who is very high energy. When I became pregnant, I was really concerned about how she would act around the baby. I also did not like the idea of her being in the house at all because she sheds, I did not like the idea of dog hair and baby together. Needless to say, I was a lot less interested in having a dog. We kept her though and it has actually worked out just fine. She is actually really good around my son (he is 5 months now) and he really likes watching her. Fortunately, many dogs have instincts and seem to "understand" that they need to be careful around babies. Of course, we have a fenced in backyard, so I can put the dog outside when I need to. Is there any area that you can put the dog if you need some space? If you don't have one already, get a crate! It is a good, safe place that you can put your dog for short periods of time (many dogs actually like it... Mine sleeps in hers).
I would say, if it is really important to your husband, consider giving it a chance. However do talk it over with him... Explain that it creates more work and you have to be more careful. Even a well behaved, "very friendly" dog should never be left with a baby or small child unsupervised. If you decide to give it a chance, he needs to understand that it is only on a trial basis. Once the baby comes, if it is not working out (to much work, to crowded, dog is too rowdy around baby, etc...) he need to know that the dog is going to have to go.
2007-03-21 08:50:34 · answer #2 · answered by mchlyn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You dont have to give up your dog. Just get those baby gates and keep the dog away from the baby till you baby is crawling and playing. Young children love animals and having them around them helps a baby to not be afraid of dogs.
I think if you ask your husband to train the dog some to sit and behave that you will be more comfable with both a dog and a baby in the house. I have 3 cats right now and I'm pregnant and thinking of getting a dog. Animals are great play mates for young children and by the time your baby is walking around the dog will by older and more calm down.
2007-03-21 08:40:49 · answer #3 · answered by halfdemonrenilia 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The puppy will be ok, when the baby gets there, the puppy will either be mad at the baby for taking its attention or be motherly towards the baby and want to be there with the baby at all times. I know you may not want a dog right now but if it makes your husband happy, than why not. As long as he is taking care of the puppy I dont see a problem with it.
What I would suggest to help prepare the puppy for the baby is getting a baby doll and teaching the puppy that it has to be nice with the babydoll and usally the puppy will be use to it when the baby is born so it doesnt want to "play" with the baby.
I would try that, before you make your hubby get rid of his dog.
2007-03-21 08:44:09 · answer #4 · answered by Mama of 2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like hormones. Ask your husband to take on full responsibilty of the dog versus getting rid of the dog. yellow labs are a perfect dog for children, your baby will be safe. Your child will bond with the puppy.Good Luck!
2007-03-21 08:38:09 · answer #5 · answered by T19 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Having the dog doesnt really mean the baby is in any type of danger. Any animal can be ok with babys but if they arent and they get territorial and nippy then you need to get rid of it. Otherwise there really isnt any reason you would have to get rid of the dog. I'm pretty sure it is the hormones. I would wait it out and see if the dog is ok with the baby before you get rid of him.
2007-03-21 08:33:35 · answer #6 · answered by instilleddistress 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like hormones to me. Labs are great dogs and I have yet to hear of a Lab that is bad with children.
2007-03-21 08:33:08 · answer #7 · answered by surffsav 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if he has to get rid of his dog I'd say you have to get rid of your cat. You knew how big your living space was when you got the dog. By the way, labs are typically VERY good with children and very good protectors.
2007-03-21 08:40:20 · answer #8 · answered by autumnofserenity@sbcglobal.net 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-19 06:48:07 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cant blame the dog ,you dont get rid of a dog just because your pregnant, you can work around that
besides your hubby loves the dog so he can be responsible for it
shocking that getting rid of pets because your pregnant
2007-03-21 08:33:01 · answer #10 · answered by ♥♥™Tia™♥♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋