Imagine being in an elevator with strangers. The one standing closest to you keeps staring, so you turn your head away, hoping they’ll get the hint.

When normal, everyday life is full of chaos when you live with kids and dogs, the thought of adding holiday stress can feel super overwhelming.

A common question I get asked is, “How do I make my dog good with kids?”. The honest truth is, it’s 100% normal for dogs to struggle around young children.

It is common for new parents to look at their dog differently after bringing a baby into their home. Dogs are, after all, predators.

When I was pregnant with my daughter, I researched things to do with my dog to start preparing him for the changes ahead. I encountered a variety of advice that ranged from useful to risky.