Many people firmly believe that if you have a baby at home, you should not keep a dog. However, dogs are very humane animals. When children grow up with puppies, they are a kind of companionship and can allow children to fully experience and feel A process of growth and life and death. Even scientific research has proven that keeping pets can reduce children's allergies and strengthen their immunity... So, what should you pay attention to if you have a baby and a dog at home?

1. For babies who have not yet developed the ability to protect themselves, it is said that the harm caused by pet dogs to children is uncontrollable. Especially when children are around a temperamental dog, that can be very dangerous. Families with children should never keep this kind of dog.

2. Parents should know: Children are more likely to be attacked by dogs than adults. Why is this? Because children are smaller and have no deterrent effect on dogs, and staring into the dog’s eyes will make the dog feel threatened. Children and dogs are about the same height. This kind of height-consistent gaze Dogs in particular can feel threatened. Children are short, and it is easy for dogs to reach their faces or knock them down. Therefore, many children bitten by dogs have facial injuries, which is terrible.

In fact, according to statistics from the US CDC, 80% of injuries to children who are bitten will be on the head and neck. And many children are actually bitten by familiar dogs rather than unfamiliar dogs.

3. Parents should buy pet dogs that do not bite people

It’s not that the bigger the dog, the easier it is to attack children. For example, medium-sized dogs such as golden retrievers, Labradors, and Scottish shepherds have a gentle temper and will not bite easily even if they are provoked (these dogs are suitable for those with children at home) environment).

On the contrary, many small dogs require special care. For example, Chihuahuas, Pomeranians, and many types of terriers. Small dogs themselves are like children, willful and bad-tempered. Two "children" get together and accidentally start a fight - but one of them has bigger teeth and sharper claws, so the only one who gets hurt is another.

In order to ensure the safety of their children, the editor suggests that when choosing a dog, it is best to choose a dog that is easy to discipline and of moderate size and easy to control. Don't look good on the outside and take it home without waiting for a clear understanding. If you bite the child, it will be too late to regret.

The puppy has arrived at home, how to let the baby and the dog get along harmoniously

1. The most important thing is to be vaccinated and bathe frequently.

2. Parents should know: In fact, dogs are similar to children. If they are left out, they will become jealous and behave destructively to attract attention. parentsThe tasks of taking care of the children and the dog must be assigned in advance. After the baby comes home, the whole family must not only look after the child, turn a blind eye to the dog, or even make harsh remarks. Also, parents should avoid playing with the dog alone after the child goes to bed, which will make the child feel lost. Parents should pet the dog frequently when the child is awake.

3. Tell the children where they can touch the dog, such as the dog’s jaw and chest. The dog should be leashed while the parent guides the child through the sequence. Hold the child's hand and teach him the correct patting movements and where to pat. Once the child can do this action continuously, parents can gradually stop demonstrating.

4. Repeatedly tell your children that the dog’s ears, tail, and paws are sensitive parts. Do not pull hard, and do not point your little finger at the tip of the dog’s nose.

5. Don’t tease dogs, and don’t stare into the eyes of strange dogs. Many dogs will consider this a threat or a provocation.

6. Do not disturb dogs who are sleeping, eating or taking care of puppies.

7. Families with pets and small babies should remember to never leave babies and dogs alone. If you have to leave your baby alone at home, separate them with bars or in separate rooms.

Special tips (may be useful when traveling)

Parents should teach their children to recognize the signs of an angry dog ​​and the correct way to deal with it

When a dog’s ears are pressed back against its head, its legs are stretched tight, and the hair on its back stands up, you need to be careful. If it barks fiercely and exposes its teeth and even gums, then This guy is really planning on biting someone.

If you encounter a dog with the above behaviors, do not panic. If you run away or wave your arms to chase the dog away, you may be chased and bitten, because the sudden movement may be regarded as a provocation or threat, causing the dog to attack. The correct approach is to stay still, look at the ground - never look into the dog's eyes, wait a few seconds, and then slowly walk away.