How do you train a dog to use a baby doll?
Jammie Ankunding
2025-06-20 08:25:40
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You can either use a weighted baby doll or use a pillowcase with 5-10 lbs of bagged rice or water bottles. We like it to be baby weight and a bit floppy. This may seem silly but the idea is to role play different situations as you carry your pretend baby and practice desired behavior with your dog. We suggest families practice what they want their dog to do in a variety of situations. Learning how your dog responds to you in this type of situation allows you to problem solve and practice ahead of time. Preparing ahead and practicing calm and consistent behaviors before your real baby arrives can save you and your dog from a great deal of stress and frustration moving forward. Does your dog’s interest change when adding a blanket around your “baby?” Does your dog follow verbal cues while you are sitting, leaning back on the couch, talking to baby?
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