When a newborn appears in the family, new parents prefer to part with their pets. Mom and dad think that a cat or a dog can harm the baby. However, experts say that the animal will help the baby to develop harmoniously.
Someone panics, others read books on draftsmanship, and others are looking for good hands to pass the pet after the appearance of a new family member. Let's dispel the myths about animals in the house of a newborn: what they can and should not be allowed. And how can a newly born baby get along with a representative of wildlife.
Animal, child, purity and allergies
As much as they love a furry family member, most often future parents decide to part with him. And the first reason is an allergy and other diseases that are caused by pets. However, allergists note that the reaction to animal hair most often occurs in the child during pregnancy. It happens that the mother, who lived with a cat or a dog in the shower until then, suddenly begins to suffer from a new attack.
But if before delivery the allergy has not occurred, then most likely, it will not appear in the newborn, who will get a full set of antibodies from his mother. But it is still necessary to watch how the baby's body will react to the coat. Parents should consult in advance with a pediatrician, who will recommend antihistamines suitable for children in the first months of life, in case of a sudden allergy attack.
The pet itself should be prepared for the arrival of a new family member in the house. It is necessary to go to the veterinarian to make tests and check for the most common diseases. Regularly give preventive vaccinations and administer drugs against parasites, fleas and ticks. Remember that a perfectly healthy animal can not infect a child.
However, there is no risk: children and animals should have separate toys and personal belongings. But at the same time, we must accept the fact that in a house where pets live, sterile cleanliness will not be achieved. Dust and wool will appear in a few minutes after cleaning. It is enough to observe simple hygiene standards and not to allow the animal to be superfluous.
That is why it is better not to have puppies and kittens on the eve of childbirth. They will not have time to grow up and get used to the home rules of behavior. There is a risk that they will have to clean up even more for a little pet than for a child. It would be nice to make an agreement with some relatives and friends that they will take the pets for a few days, if suddenly you can't cope with all at once.
And, of course, you should be prepared for the fact that the child sooner or later will get sick - it does not matter whether it is a cold or food poisoning. Absolutely all children are sick, and it does not matter whether the family has pets or not. Therefore, there is nothing worse than blaming the pet for any troubles that happened to the baby.
When a newborn baby already appears in the apartment, parents are faced with other misfortunes. A pet, like an older child, may also be jealous. And you can expect anything from him.
Getting used to walking with the baby, the dog will learn to associate it with something pleasant - a walk, play, being near the owners.
The method of association of a child with joy and happiness for the animal works even if you consciously want to change the behavior of the pet. Nicknames for boys and girls is an important part of the association. For example, if the cat likes to climb into the crib or stroller, if the dog barks loudly at children, you should first make them stop making a dirty treat and then give a treat and praise.
You should remember a simple rule: if you took a child in your arms, the dog or cat will perceive you both as one. Therefore, you should not scold animals, holding a baby, and, conversely, more often praise and give delicacies to the dog thought that this warmth comes from a younger member of the family.
