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ARCHIE · 10-14-2009, 07:21 AM

It all depends on the dog. My daughter's MinPin Epcot was so spitefull
after my granddaughter's birth my daughter turned him over to his
other grandparent's to raise. We all felt so bad but this little stinker
would go into the nursery and empty out all the baskets of clothing
in the changeing table, drag socks under my daughter's king size
bed so she could not reach them, chew up the baby's toys, go in the
hamper and chew up clothes and pee and poop in the spare room.
He was three at the time and they had him since he was 10wks. He was
king and now a little princess was in the house and he would not accept
it. Today he's 12 and when he comes, maybe 2 times a month, he
ignores the two kids and sits on my lap giving me kisses. He's a
big people dog it seems. He never touches the kids but just ignores
them.

Mommyof3 · 10-14-2009, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by ARCHIE

It all depends on the dog. My daughter's MinPin Epcot was so spitefull
after my granddaughter's birth my daughter turned him over to his
other grandparent's to raise. We all felt so bad but this little stinker
would go into the nursery and empty out all the baskets of clothing
in the changeing table, drag socks under my daughter's king size
bed so she could not reach them, chew up the baby's toys, go in the
hamper and chew up clothes and pee and poop in the spare room.
He was three at the time and they had him since he was 10wks. He was
king and now a little princess was in the house and he would not accept
it. Today he's 12 and when he comes, maybe 2 times a month, he
ignores the two kids and sitn my lap giving me kisses. He's a
big people dog it seems. He never touches the kids but just ignores
them.

HAHAHA I'm sure glad my girls are tiny! maybe the chewing on toys and hiding socks will happen, and quite possibly the pooing and peeing on the floor

but they good to know they wont be able to knock stuff over. hehe However, I hope that they don't ignore her =( I want us all to be one big happy family...I'm going to do everything I can to try to make it that way...

Mommyof3 · 10-14-2009, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Erin

It will be OK

If anything, work on training them so that you can give them verbal commands when you are otherwise busy. Mine practically understand complete sentences because I talk to them so much, in "their" language (words they know) Practice POLITELY taking treats, NOT stealing food, not begging, being quiet, etc. My husband works from home and Loki knows he is NOT allowed to bark downstairs. He does it, but usually first his eyes will bulge out and he will huff and puff under his breath like "I NEEEEED TO BARK!!" and he will bark if like, someone rings the doorbell and he can't contain himself but he knows he can't bark at every person that walks by on the sidewalk. Trust me, that took his entire life to teach him.

Sam loves kids so I'm not worried about her except that she will demand more attention, LOL. Loki I was worried about until recently. Loki is afraid of other dogs. Our neighbor's dog got out while they weren't home recently and he came over here and hung out with us all day. A different day he came over for the evening because they were at a wedding. Just after those two times, Loki no longer barks at Bear and when they meet on the street they actually sniff and greet each other like they are friends. You could just see in his body language, that he realized Bear was here to stay and he couldn't do anything about it. He did the same thing when we got Sam. At first he was like "WHAT? You got another dog? And she's going to LIVE HERE???" and after like 3 days he was like, OK FINE! And a few days later they were sharing a bully stick (his prized possession LOL)

So the moral of the story is, you know your dogs. If they go to a new place, do they adjust after a few hours? Mine only freak out if they think we are going to leave them. They do great when people come to OUR house (especially their favorite people!) so I'm really not concerned. Loki is sitting next to me right now. The only thing that might change is he might go sleep under a crib instead of next to me

HAHAHA that's cute. After reading everyones opinions I am somewhat convinced that they should be ok. I'm a little worried about Dalilah...(mommy's first) because she was not having it when I brought dewie home...but she loves lorelai! so...I'm thinking we will have to wait and see. And about the part where Loki's eyes buldge OMG

I totally know what you mean! Dalilah does that when Duke (our lab) comes in the house. she goes crazy starting to bark and she knows shes not allowed to so she will stare at me with those big eyes wide open like "OK i really want to bark and I will if he makes one wrong move!" hahaha its hilarious!

ARCHIE · 10-14-2009, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Mommyof3

HAHAHA I'm sure glad my girls are tiny! maybe the chewing on toys and hiding socks will happen, and quite possibly the pooing and peeing on the floor

but they good to know they wont be able to knock stuff over. hehe However, I hope that they don't ignore her =( I want us all to be one big happy family...I'm going to do everything I can to try to make it that way...

I know what you mean. Hopefully Yorkies have different personalities.
Buddy loves the kids and I enjoy watching them play together.
But Epcot, no way. He's a big people furbaby.

Mommyof3 · 10-14-2009, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by TatumsMom

We had a five year old toy poodle when our first daughter was born. He was my everything and I was his.

When we brought the baby home, we laid her down on a blanket and let Dax sniff and lick her all over. Once he did that, he was good. I think the more you try to keep them away from the baby, the more problems you'll have. Where you get into problems is when you stop giving the dogs the attention they are used to - that could cause more jealousy. Of course you won't have AS MUCH time for them but be generous with the time you can give them and that should help.

I've also heard that if you'll bring a blanket home that the baby has been swaddled in at the hospital maybe the day before you actually bring the baby home, then the dogs can sniff it and get used to the baby's scent. Didn't try that but I hear it helps.

That's a great idea!!! I will try anything and that includes sending home a baby blanket first!

I will make time to make them feel loved still. I know their favorite time is when they get to sleep with me after DH goes to work...and that time is going to be replaced with feeding the baby I am sure. but maybe if I just make sure they are always around her when possible it will help them adjust...

Mommyof3 · 10-14-2009, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by joeyandtanksmom

I am not a mom to human babies yet, but I think you should be fine! Just introduce (or have your husband do it) something to the dogs with the baby's scent on it, so they can smell the baby before it actually shows up at home. Make interaction with the baby a positive thing, and let your furbabies know that you still love them, and that the baby is a good thing! This is what I plan on doing when my husband and I are eventually able to have children (we have been having issues conceiving for 11 months - I have PCOS), and I've heard that those things will help make the transition for both you and your furbabies much smoother. Good luck to you!

I'm so sorry to hear you are having troubles concieving

That is truely heart wrenching. Once you do get pregnant, however, you will be so happy and thankful. I will keep you in my prayers!! and thank you for the advice!

Mommyof3 · 10-14-2009, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ARCHIE

I know what you mean. Hopefully Yorkies have different personalities.
Buddy loves the kids and I enjoy watching them play together.
But Epcot, no way. He's a big people furbaby.

HAHA hopefully! My sisters are 10 and 13 and my babies are pretty good with them. They looove the attention they get from them and always being held and played with...but sometimes when my younger sister gets too grabby they can get scared. Thats when I mediate...haha

Mommyof3 · 10-14-2009, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Blessed

First off, you're furbabies already know what's happening and that a new addition is comming soon. They have a greater advantage than us with not only instinct, but with heightened smell.

It's like this, you come home with a nice juicy burger w/the works, they go wild because they are overwhelmed by ALL the individual smells. They don't smell the burger as a whole like we do, they smell each and every different component to that burger, meat, each spice, onions, tomato, baccon, cheese, catsup, mayo, pickles, and bun! That is why they get so excited, they are bombarded with all these wonderful smells...LOL

So you have an advantage, you're furbabies already know

you're preggy and have accepted that fact. You can involve them by teaching them how to be caregivers too, like fetching diapers, wipes, burp rags, blankies, and so on.

You have so many little helpers that are more than willing to help out, it's never too late to teach a new duty to our babies.

My friend even taught her babies to "find the binkie" which came in handy as those are always getting lost...LOL

on you're new addidion, keep us updated!

HEHE that's so true!

and that goes for just dinner in general (partly because my DH is really bad about feeding "his" girl ((my first born!!!)) and she gets really excited) I wonder if they take into consideration of my buldging belly all of a sudden haha or they just think mom is eatting too much of this great food and I'm not sharing

LOL

That's a smart idea to teach them to bring me stuff...I just hope they dont think that the diapers and binkies and such are toys...that wouldnt be good LOL!!

I will keep you posted on everything!

THANK YOU!!!

lovespandp · 10-15-2009, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by luvfla

YES...send them to me!!!!!

But really...remember the new baby is another member of your "pack". Introductions & patience...honey...don't stress you'll do just fine.

I know, y'all will think I'm nuts but...talk to your babiez about their skin brother. let them sniff you, if possible, let them feel him kick & move...they'll get it.

Sorry if anyone gets the furkids its me.. THE AUNTIE hehe

Jeri Cunningham · 10-15-2009, 02:20 PM

Our granddaughter and all of my yorkies do well together. Kayla and Arianna are growing up together as they are a month apart. Our big guy Teddy will start to jump up and Arianna say in a deep voice "DOWN TEDDY" It is so cute. All my fur babies love babies and kids of all ages. It just takes patience and time for them to adjust.
Arianna is now two and can name all the dogs and they mind her the same as they do me.

Britster · 10-15-2009, 04:15 PM

When my mom was pregnant with my little sister, their dog Carmen was very protective
over my mother. Once the baby was born, she became very protective of my sister. When
we had people coming over to visit her as a newborn, Carmen wouldn't leave her side. It was
amazing. Once my sister got a bit older, walking & talking, Carmen didn't like her as much LOL,
but she always tolerated her and would even give her kisses.

Mommyof3 · 10-15-2009, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by lovespandp

Sorry if anyone gets the furkids its me.. THE AUNTIE hehe

LOL very true. You would be the first in line if we died.

Mommyof3 · 10-15-2009, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeri Cunningham

Our granddaughter and all of my yorkies do well together. Kayla and Arianna are growing up together as they are a month apart. Our big guy Teddy will start to jump up and Arianna say in a deep voice "DOWN TEDDY" It is so cute. All my fur babies love babies and kids of all ages. It just takes patience and time for them to adjust.
Arianna is now two and can name all the dogs and they mind her the same as they do me.

OHHH my goodness! how adorable!! hahaha

Mommyof3 · 10-15-2009, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Britster

When my mom was pregnant with my little sister, their dog Carmen was very protective
over my mother. Once the baby was born, she became very protective of my sister. When
we had people coming over to visit her as a newborn, Carmen wouldn't leave her side. It was
amazing. Once my sister got a bit older, walking & talking, Carmen didn't like her as much LOL,
but she always tolerated her and would even give her kisses.

HAHA how cute. I think Im at the point where I would be okay with them just tolerating her haha. I really just dont want their relationship to change with me

kinda selfish but I love my babies!!

lovespandp · 10-15-2009, 06:10 PM

Nancy gave you some great advice.

Brianna-
Knowing you I think you are going to be a great Mom. I am not going to lie to you knowing your furbabies I can tell you its going to be really hard to try to get things balanced at first. I know Baby D will get jealous and she will act a little crazy but she will get use to it, she will learn that baby hayden is part of the pack. The same with baby L. You are going to be very busy you will learn how to balance things out where everyone is happy. I wouldnt worry about it. It will be hard at first but they will learn to adjust, you just still have to love them too!! You can do it, I know you can

P.S I am sooooo happy I get to watch the furbabies next week!!!

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10-15-2009, 06:10 PM	#30
lovespandp ♥Momma's Bambino♥ Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ca Posts: 10,026	Nancy gave you some great advice. Brianna- Knowing you I think you are going to be a great Mom. I am not going to lie to you knowing your furbabies I can tell you its going to be really hard to try to get things balanced at first. I know Baby D will get jealous and she will act a little crazy but she will get use to it, she will learn that baby hayden is part of the pack. The same with baby L. You are going to be very busy you will learn how to balance things out where everyone is happy. I wouldnt worry about it. It will be hard at first but they will learn to adjust, you just still have to love them too!! You can do it, I know you can P.S I am sooooo happy I get to watch the furbabies next week!!! __________________ "People with nothing to hide don't usually feel the need to say so."

10-14-2009, 07:21 AM	#16
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	It all depends on the dog. My daughter's MinPin Epcot was so spitefull after my granddaughter's birth my daughter turned him over to his other grandparent's to raise. We all felt so bad but this little stinker would go into the nursery and empty out all the baskets of clothing in the changeing table, drag socks under my daughter's king size bed so she could not reach them, chew up the baby's toys, go in the hamper and chew up clothes and pee and poop in the spare room. He was three at the time and they had him since he was 10wks. He was king and now a little princess was in the house and he would not accept it. Today he's 12 and when he comes, maybe 2 times a month, he ignores the two kids and sits on my lap giving me kisses. He's a big people dog it seems. He never touches the kids but just ignores them.