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This article is probably meant for toddlers, but I think there are useful information that you can modify for your baby. Watch out for the reasons highlighted in the article that may cause a dog to bite. For example, do not let the baby go near the dog when your dog is eating. Respect your dog's personal space as well and keep a lookout for your baby being too near or accidentally intruding into your dog's space. http://drsophiayin.com/blog/entry/kids-and-dogs-how-kids-should-and-should-not-interact-with-dogs
it depends on the temperament of your dog & your baby! For my case; my dog is simply excited but very friendly, my baby is turning 6’m and have been giggling and smiling whenever she sees him! So i let her touch, and let my dog smell & lick under my supervision. (Just in case my dog got too excited) I find that its a good way to teach baby empathy towards animals, to love and care, and also to let her feel what the furs feels like! They def enjoy each others’ company!
I live in Sweden currently and I've seen families who have no qualms about having their pets interact with their babies even at a young age. The dog or cat seem to know that the baby is a combination of its owners and welcome the baby happily. Obviously these animals are house pets that have been cleared of diseases etc. As long as the interaction is supervised by an adult, it should be fine. So many cute videos about pets and babies being best friends :)
I think it depends on your comfort level. You can let your dog interacts with your little one as early as when your bub is in mommy's belly. Let the dog knows that there will be a new member to the family. I think it should be ok to let your dog plays with the baby as soon as when the baby is looking for things to play (of course with supervision from adult). Home dog generally is harmless. They will only attack when they feel threaten.
There is no fixed age, but you can start by introducing your baby to the dog. Let them get to know each other and always supervise their playtime. Dogs have to be supervised as no matter how patient they are, they might lose patience if the baby provokes them unknowingly. http://www.babycentre.co.uk/x536374/how-can-our-pets-and-our-new-baby-live-together-safely-and-happily
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It depends on the dog and his/her temperament. Do it slowly, be cautious as your dog will be curious and at time jealous. As a rule of thumb, never leave baby alone with your pet.
I don't care actually. They've been interacting since birth. As long as the dog is kept clean and not suffering from any diseases or infection.
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