How do I introduce my newborn baby to my silky terrier 2 year old super clingy but super adorable dog and ensure they get along?

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Tips from the dog whisperer on how to introduce your newborn to your furkid: https://www.cesarsway.com/dog-training/socialization/introduce-your-dog-to-your-baby Short summary, familiarize your dog with the scent of your newborn by letting it sniff something that has your newborn’s scent first before bringing the baby home. Establish clear boundaries (such as the nursery room being off-limits). Bring your dog out for a long walk to expend his/her energy on the day you are bringing your baby home. Control the introduction. Do not bring the baby too close to the dog during their first meeting (this will teach the dog to respect the baby as another pack leader). Teach your baby to respect the dog as well. Supervise their interactions as they get more familiar with each other. Also, remember to continue to shower your dog with love and attention. Keep to their routine walks to help the dog feels secure despite the changes in the house. In general, all my friends with dogs/pets at home remarked that their pets are incredibly sensitive, gentle and caring towards their newborn, even allowing the newborn to poke and pull at their fur without retaliating. Still, your baby’s safety is important so always keep a close eye on them while they are playing.

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