Is there any pet behaviour we need to modify?
Dogs and cats need routine and are not comfortable with sudden change. If your pets display behaviours you would like to refine or refocus allow plenty of time as the change will need to be gradual. Your dog should be able to understand and obey basic commands such as stay, drop and relax on a mat for a period of time. Your pets may also display behaviours, such as “jumping up”, that you would like to discourage. If you intend to walk the dog with the baby in a pram you will need to practise with an empty pram, teaching the dog to walk comfortably to the side and behind the wheels. Positive reinforcement and affirmation are the keys to successful behaviour modification. Ignoring incorrect behaviour or attention seeking actions such as jumping up is very important. If they do not get your attention they will adjust their behaviour until they do. Be patient and keep persisting. It may be a good idea to speak to your veterinarian, an animal behaviouralist or dog obedience club early as th
