Bringing a new dog into a home with kids—or a new baby into a home with a dog—is usually sold to us as a "Disney movie" moment. We imagine them napping together by the fireplace or running through fields of lavender. But in reality, that first meeting is often a chaotic mix of a toddler trying to pull a tail and a dog wondering why this tiny, loud human is touching their ears.
Making your child your dog’s best friend isn’t about forcing them to hug; it’s about teaching them to speak each other's language. Here is how to build a bond that actually lasts.
