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Originally Posted by MyFairLacy  I should have said that toddlers are capable of being careful with a dog if they are supervised and told what to do and not to do. But you never want to leave a child and dog alone together...too many things can happen.
Everyone has their opinions on yorkies and children. I personally don't think it's normally a good match (although in some cases it's fine when the parent is responsible). |
I agree. My kids were all raised with dogs, small dogs, and they are great with them. Not because they were born that way, but because I have had to teach them and teach them to respect the dog, and teach the dog to be patient and tolerant with the children. Its training them both, not just one or the other. Not all owners of dogs with toddlers do that.
Its way early to throw in the towel with your puppy. I am sure that he will warm up to your son over time, as long as your son is taught to respect the dog. You should also have a safe spot for you dog to go to that he is safe from your son. My kids know that if the dogs go to bed, that's their safe place, and there is no bothering them there. Odds are the dog has had enough play time, and needs to rest.
Gosh, maybe I need a safe spot!
