Having a newborn and a dog?

[Jessicavance94]

So I'm due on May 20th I am moving intoa new apartment with my boyfriend and my best friend (who is studying to be an obstetrician) in March, and my baby shower is the first week of April, but anyway, I have a little morkie
I love him to death and I don't want to give him away, my boyfriend says it will be to much of a hassle to have a newborn and a little dog, and he's afraid my pup will harass the baby. I really want to keep my doggie , we are so close and he can't stand to be away from me, and my heart would break to give him to someone else because he was rehomed two times In the past :(
Does anyone have any experience with having a small dog in an apartment with your newborn also?

[xChelseaa]

I have the exact same situation, except I have a Pomeranian and she's honestly my world, I wouldn't give her up for anything. I think I'll be able to manage the two!

[missshellyg]

You will be surprised how much a dog can sense, my dog rests her head on my belly, which she never use to do, I'm not afraid of what my dog will do, as I know she will adjust and will protect my baby, as others are suggesting get a baby doll that makes an unusual noise and give it the attention you would give to a new born bub

[Mommy_Daddy_2]

I have three dogs and a cat. My dogs weigh 50lbs 50lbs and 60lbs I've had my oldest dog since before my kids, my second oldest dog since my son was 9m and my youngest dog for a year. My kids are now 3 1/2 and 4m old and I'm due with my third in Aug there is no reason you can't keep one small dog and have a newborn.

[Michelle3465]

When I was pregnant with my first child, Sara I used a book called Tell Your Dog You're Pregnant: An essential guide for dog owners who are expecting a baby. It was really helpful and came with a baby sounds and toy noises. Max (my fur child!) took some time to get used to the sounds but the book helped on how to do it. It gave me advice on what changes will occur and how to prepare my Max for them. It also talked about the causes for aggression and why it might occur and how to avoid it. It is written by a vet behaviorist too so it cover health issues as well - I got it from www.babyandpet.com.au or Amazon too i guess - mayb that will help you and your partner too!

[neshalyn]

I'm due in February an live with my boyfriend his parents and brother and we have 2 big dogs boxer mix and a lab pit mix and they are both super hyper.  So I'm just as nervous.

[paxtonsmommy]

Your puppy will more than likely adjust.. you have to show them both equal attention as if you were to have 2 children. But a lot of puppies will end up being very protecting of the baby. Don't let money break your heart.. if the deposit is the problem see if you can do a payment plan with the apt complex.. if dog food might be the problem, buy in bulk.. there's ways around everything. You just have to stay passionate about it.

[amethyst1103]

Your dog will be very curious in the beginning and wondering where the cryinf is from. We had three dogs when we brought first son home. Our biggest, a lab at the time was his protector...would lay infront of his crib and swing. Please pleasedont give up your current family member for a baby coming into the home. Its an adjustment for everyone ...its a yorkie, they dont eat much...we have three dogs with this coming baby as well and would NEVER even think to give any of them up...its our choice as ppl to have a baby when u know u have a dog...the dog shouldn't be punished for that!!! Give it a try first

[442943092026656469_734_5]

Get a baby doll. No joke, wrap it up, carry it around the house, give the baby attention now. Slowly back the attention off your dog so he doesn't get jealous over the baby. Make all kinds of noise, if you have a swing, run it. Teach your dog to stay away from the crib, treat the doll as though it is a real baby. If you plan to play lullaby's, play it when pup is around, anything you can to simulate baby being here to go ahead and get your dog accustomed to the new family member.

[Kimj1218]

We have a Yorkie, so while I was pregnant I would talk to him about the baby for example say her name multiple times. When we brought her home a month ago we let him sniff her to get familiar. Anything he gets a hold of he hides it. He takes her socks, clothes, diaper to his cage or under our furniture. He acts like another child constantly seeking our attention but he loves the baby.

[1038352524015433530_406_5]

I am 26 weeks, due in April and my dog will be 3 years old at the end of May. My mindset is that I give him a chance to be around my daughter and see what happens. You don't know how the dog will react. But If it comes down to it, no matter how much I love my dog, my daughter will come first.

[Jessicavance94]

I'm not giving up on him, my mindset is that we are going to keep him, he's my baby boy I've had him since a puppy and our bond is so strong :( but my boyfriend doesn't want to pay the extra money to keep him :(

[kjluby]

I don't have a dog but I do have two cats, and everyone has been saying similar things to me, I'm 35 wks so I haven't had experience with a newborn and pets just yet but as long as you keep the dog away from the baby and make sure the hairs stay away then it's perfectly fine to have him around when your baby comes, stick to your guns and don't give in if you want to keep him then just do it

[Brittyboo5]

When taking on a dog you should be prepared to have the dog for their lifetime. Most dogs have no issues adjusting to a new baby. Don't ve so quick to give up give your dog a chance. The baby isn't even here yet and you still have plenty of time to work on training, if needed.

[Ehendricks]

I had to dogs when I first had my daughter, I wasn't in an apartment though. One was a Yorkie and the other was a boxer lab mix. I thought that it was going to be crazy but it really wasn't that bad. The only problem that I would see woud be when you have to let the dog out.