esox Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 Remember Alex the aggressive doesn't like children Border Collie. Well...... The new baby came over the house for the first time yesterday. Not a growl, snarl, nor did she pace. Just curious. Whenever he would fuss or cry she went and checked on him. Such a good girl. Esox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue_Deutscher Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 You have to be careful with babies. They are very little. I am glad you are careful. PETE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desertranger Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 BCs and kids are a strange mix. We were fortunate to haver BCs that worked well with kids. Other people have not been so lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbc1963 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 My dog is also reactive; I don't think he'd ever really seen a baby or child when I got him from the shelter. But he quickly learned that tiny babies are unable to chase, and that babies and toddlers in strollers are strapped in and likely to drop food. He will approach any stroller and immediately give friendlies to babies. For children outside of cages, Buddy is still remarkably tolerant. If they'll come gently, he'll lie at their feet and gently take treats from their hands. He clearly sees a difference between "child" and "adult" in humans. He even let a toddler walk up and put an arm around his neck and give a hug - which would have been forbidden for a bigger human or, heaven forbid, a dog! There are a lot of small kids who've clearly been raised to approach dogs slowly and with care, which always impresses me. Then there are the others who see dogs as stuffed animals and are allowed to run, charging, straight at strange dogs. (What are those parents thinking?!) I do carefully monitor all the interactions, to be sure Buddy doesn't get freaked out. Sounds like you're being very careful, also. Fingers crossed that Alex stays just as good as the baby grows. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.DaisyDuke Posted March 1, 2009 Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 That's great news. I am glad Alex keeps making progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esox Posted March 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2009 The baby is here to visit again and Alex is doing well. Yes I am being watchful, but not making a big deal of it. Eli gave one of those baby yells at her and she did what she has been taught to do. If she's unsure she is supposed to come sit by me. I praised her, told her it's ok, and she went and sat by him with a "smile" on her face. Esox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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