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text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiWpvtrHeN1Kx-FrwVgiTNmCwEP_9gaMBcbPI-Eyt6UJ6nq3p_Wl0pjhBPAWiVKQ3SefJGhqTzawyQfgVb39PqJbeX7O-h7r7hE9GWoFiSHFMrz0P-jI0N98ZwK3Tp0E27ElT0FkTKSTXbci0IzOLMNnUTBLVp3YRZzAX4odLwzRpKnTj-NFR-kY-uCtUc\/s1572\/Introducing_Pets_to_Newborns_and_Toddlers%20-%20baby_crawling_towards_dog_pulling_away_his_face%20-%20Picsea%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1102\" data-original-width=\"1572\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiWpvtrHeN1Kx-FrwVgiTNmCwEP_9gaMBcbPI-Eyt6UJ6nq3p_Wl0pjhBPAWiVKQ3SefJGhqTzawyQfgVb39PqJbeX7O-h7r7hE9GWoFiSHFMrz0P-jI0N98ZwK3Tp0E27ElT0FkTKSTXbci0IzOLMNnUTBLVp3YRZzAX4odLwzRpKnTj-NFR-kY-uCtUc\/s16000\/Introducing_Pets_to_Newborns_and_Toddlers%20-%20baby_crawling_towards_dog_pulling_away_his_face%20-%20Picsea%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EPaws and Pacifiers: Guidelines for a Smooth Introduction of Newborns and Pets \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhile September marks the start of spring in Australia, it is also coincidentally the most popular month for babies to be born, with\u003Cb\u003E September 17th\u003C\/b\u003E being the most common birthday for these new additions.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E[1]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAs families anticipate a precious newborn, they’ll also be thinking about integrating their beloved pets seamlessly into their growing household. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPreparing for the arrival of a newborn is a daunting prospect for most parents, particularly when you’re unsure how your beloved pets will react to a new member of the family. \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPetstock\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Ambassador and Pet Behaviour Specialist \u003Cb\u003ELara Shannon\u003C\/b\u003E, has outlined her top tips on integrating your newborn and pets as effortlessly as possible in the family home. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E#1. Preparing for the arrival of your newborn \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ETo begin with, regardless of whether your furry companion is a dog, a cat, or another type of pet, it's important to \u003Cb\u003Ehave a plan in place\u003C\/b\u003E. While dogs typically have a strong desire to please their owners, they might exhibit feelings of jealousy due to no longer being the centre of attention. This holds true for cats as well.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EWhile certain cats are more adaptable than others, generally speaking, cats can be quite sensitive. It's advisable to use the nine months of pregnancy to prepare your cat or dog for the impending arrival of the new baby. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrepare your space\u003C\/b\u003E: As you’re preparing the home for a newborn's arrival, your pet will likely be overwhelmed with new smells, sights and items, which may take some getting used to. Creating physical boundaries are important, you can do this by introducing a baby gate and allowing your pet access to other items like a crib and clothing in advance so they have time to adjust to these changes in their environment.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgGIsowBPtrb7ToM5ZCnN00L78iH07ou7Ykutpsu5sSXbabHfYdWDuHBv419e_1fCEZ0nggB6IhtHpYbjrsZAEgPtPTuK-XEVt8z_n_S0eylzUO48iS9sQTMeIjCZXnvlkgmBzhl8eLcV7MkT2Logxn6AFhPGWZYNC_s2sbqz5BGi4-s7YiEfw7TwcIV7Q\/s1500\/Introducing_Newborns_and_Toddlers_to_your_Dog-Samoyed-behind-a-retractable-baby-gate.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1000\" data-original-width=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgGIsowBPtrb7ToM5ZCnN00L78iH07ou7Ykutpsu5sSXbabHfYdWDuHBv419e_1fCEZ0nggB6IhtHpYbjrsZAEgPtPTuK-XEVt8z_n_S0eylzUO48iS9sQTMeIjCZXnvlkgmBzhl8eLcV7MkT2Logxn6AFhPGWZYNC_s2sbqz5BGi4-s7YiEfw7TwcIV7Q\/s16000\/Introducing_Newborns_and_Toddlers_to_your_Dog-Samoyed-behind-a-retractable-baby-gate.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKeeping up-to-date with vet visits\u003C\/b\u003E: Check-ups with your veterinarian are a must regardless of an incoming bub, but scheduling an appointment closer to the due date will ensure that your pet is healthy and free of any illnesses that could impact your baby. Some bacterial infections, viruses and parasites can be contagious to humans so it is important to treat these accordingly prior to a newborn's arrival. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESlowly make changes to your routine\u003C\/b\u003E: Lastly, it is helpful to remember that our furry friends are likely used to being your core focus at home, and could potentially feel uncomfortable with any sudden changes to their environment. Introducing them to the nursery or reinforcing spaces that will be pet free once your baby arrives, should begin in the months leading up to your due date. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EConsider incorporating baby sounds that are readily accessible online into your pet's daily routine. This can be done during meals, interactions, and playtime. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGradual exposure\u003C\/b\u003E will aid your pet in adjusting to these new sounds, ultimately reducing anxiety when the significant day arrives. Ensuring your pet feels loved throughout this transition is key, as it plays a pivotal role in alleviating any potential anxiety that might emerge when the awaited day finally dawns. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E2. After the baby has arrived \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEi2hXc38UaZ0xJBDw4qAbmvoJ7QJeKDOYqOD-3RjXTc_vb9pEMfH_ZcPjfnO6gqMp7kSiMPiqt9r2cGUxIlwdX2y-5oN0YSKZbEC98SJk6beJPoda1klkI93N3bOIFtzzcFMZGDCEmBcPig3mwsntCeBrt-90SUatBkLtVdGNuyju9Amp4iQL2xxR5e46w\/s1794\/Introducing_a_new_baby_to_your_dog%20-%20Labrador_pup_and_baby_crawling_on_white_fluffy_rug.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1794\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEi2hXc38UaZ0xJBDw4qAbmvoJ7QJeKDOYqOD-3RjXTc_vb9pEMfH_ZcPjfnO6gqMp7kSiMPiqt9r2cGUxIlwdX2y-5oN0YSKZbEC98SJk6beJPoda1klkI93N3bOIFtzzcFMZGDCEmBcPig3mwsntCeBrt-90SUatBkLtVdGNuyju9Amp4iQL2xxR5e46w\/s16000\/Introducing_a_new_baby_to_your_dog%20-%20Labrador_pup_and_baby_crawling_on_white_fluffy_rug.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EBringing a newborn home can be a significant adjustment for the entire family, including our beloved pets. Always ensure that you provide plenty of attention and playtime to your pet once your baby is home, so that they don’t feel left out or forgotten. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EIt is vital that you let your pet take their time in getting accustomed to your baby, and refrain from forcing them to accept the major changes happening to their home straight away. With some extra love and support, it is likely that they will come around to the newest family member in their own time so staying calm and patient is key. If your pet is still showing signs of distress, consider introducing a \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/products\/aroma-dog-calming-buddy-dog-toy-purple\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ECalming Scented Toy\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E for your dog or a \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/products\/natures-miracle-advance-platinum-cat-calming-spray\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ECalming Spray\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E for your cat. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EScented items\u003C\/b\u003E: If you have a spare pair of hands, once your baby has arrived it can be helpful to get your fur baby used to their scent. Consider taking a new blanket to the hospital to wrap your baby in, or bringing home some freshly worn clothes to present to your pet, while simultaneously giving them a reward to promote a positive reaction when you bring your baby home.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEguf2mauAkT6lq-y_ybpvsvRd8gdMI2u69WfPrieLL4TdKF7K1z_gtFcn3pCArvMh4-zaRFEbjXvzvVusektV1eoiaJrGf_GATYF-5PhH0HbZVABwUfD9GNDW_MPnkbIaREHhLH2nYRmlOYQbC4xuNGurQvQ9Vjn2gNlRrlZ94P8rTIG95gC0mM9lsaCOs\/s1024\/Introducing_a_new_baby_to_your_cat%20-%20baby%20sleeping%20right%20next%20to%20cat.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"680\" data-original-width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEguf2mauAkT6lq-y_ybpvsvRd8gdMI2u69WfPrieLL4TdKF7K1z_gtFcn3pCArvMh4-zaRFEbjXvzvVusektV1eoiaJrGf_GATYF-5PhH0HbZVABwUfD9GNDW_MPnkbIaREHhLH2nYRmlOYQbC4xuNGurQvQ9Vjn2gNlRrlZ94P8rTIG95gC0mM9lsaCOs\/s16000\/Introducing_a_new_baby_to_your_cat%20-%20baby%20sleeping%20right%20next%20to%20cat.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003ECats vs dogs\u003C\/b\u003E: Remember that cats and dogs will likely react differently to the interruption of a newborn into their space, however it is important not to leave either unsupervised with your baby. Although cats may gravitate towards new blankets or cosy up to your newborn for extra warmth, they may also show a lack of interest and should be watched carefully for any sign of irritation through hissing or scratching. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EUnlike cats, dogs will likely be more captivated by your baby and can become quite protective quickly. As long as you monitor your dog and reward positive and gentle behaviours, it's possible that they may have a new best friend! \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EVisitors\u003C\/b\u003E: With your extended family and friends itching to meet the newest addition to the brood, ensure that you keep a dedicated area for your pets filled with enrichment toys and comfort items to prevent increased anxiety so they know they have a safe space to retreat to should it all be too overwhelming. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E3. Introducing a pet to your toddlers \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiYwwdMz-22tbHy5JyaBkCRGroR00axRVWTMSMrE8Yks7yYHVAcbgFSj4jllPhEeNAPpgiZkIZMaSuRzBbAt20oovgW1cSse3eBB9uysQh2l7h2NPYOCfessoCFT0ao7AkkPtcAdUsegi5ZV7xU0PJdmR7FMIKHs3HDnrlXIVYAPTg5ADuzKLNGQHsCIJA\/s1850\/Introducing-pets-to-a-Toddler-little-girl-holds-Beagle-puppy-her-arms%20-%20Image%20by%20freepic.diller%20on%20Freepik.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiYwwdMz-22tbHy5JyaBkCRGroR00axRVWTMSMrE8Yks7yYHVAcbgFSj4jllPhEeNAPpgiZkIZMaSuRzBbAt20oovgW1cSse3eBB9uysQh2l7h2NPYOCfessoCFT0ao7AkkPtcAdUsegi5ZV7xU0PJdmR7FMIKHs3HDnrlXIVYAPTg5ADuzKLNGQHsCIJA\/s16000\/Introducing-pets-to-a-Toddler-little-girl-holds-Beagle-puppy-her-arms%20-%20Image%20by%20freepic.diller%20on%20Freepik.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: #eef2f4; color: #5f7d95; text-wrap: nowrap;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003EImage by freepic.diller on Freepik\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhen introducing young children to a pet, it's crucial to educate them on appropriate interactions with animals, which involves acting calm and understanding pets' body language. Research indicates that children under five often interpret dog expressions based on human similarities.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E[2]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E This can lead to misunderstandings, such as mistaking a dog's bared teeth for a friendly smile, even when the dog might be displaying aggression. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EAlways \u003Cb\u003Eremember to supervise interactions between young children and pets\u003C\/b\u003E and closely monitor your pet’s body language for signs of discomfort or distress.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjnKWDziYVa1-J0E-idePGBPm33AsV4pdZ0g34iDonYI9Kg9bx8NX1wlTG93qTdPc49m5_a0obSQY5ZNyA-HaLkNFrgGCp4z00QwjaxBqMEp2R4jM08CBPFBZD1PlJcP5DP972m4Rao_fep91BvCGg8uXavxaOxUq8c6v4NA7X7i2bAhQlecaZ7XSAIph4\/s1850\/Introducing_Dog_to_a_Toddler%20-%20little-girl-pats-Maltese-Shi-Tzu-on-head%20-%20Image%20by%20user18526052%20on%20Freepik.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjnKWDziYVa1-J0E-idePGBPm33AsV4pdZ0g34iDonYI9Kg9bx8NX1wlTG93qTdPc49m5_a0obSQY5ZNyA-HaLkNFrgGCp4z00QwjaxBqMEp2R4jM08CBPFBZD1PlJcP5DP972m4Rao_fep91BvCGg8uXavxaOxUq8c6v4NA7X7i2bAhQlecaZ7XSAIph4\/s16000\/Introducing_Dog_to_a_Toddler%20-%20little-girl-pats-Maltese-Shi-Tzu-on-head%20-%20Image%20by%20user18526052%20on%20Freepik.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: #eef2f4; color: #5f7d95; text-wrap: nowrap;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003EImage by user18526052 on Freepik\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThis attentiveness is particularly crucial during the initial days of introducing a new pet or vice versa. Additionally, reinforcing positive behaviours from your pet, like being calm or curious around children, through treats or praise can help solidify these actions for the future. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe bond between humans and pets is undeniably special, so if you are expanding your family with a puppy or a kitten, consider purchasing a \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/products\/lexi-me-puppy-starter-kit-1?_gl=1%2A1i7nq1n%2A_ga%2ANjgwNzk2NjI2LjE2OTIyMzA3MjI.%2A_ga_N6H4CZJYHX%2AMTY5MjU3NDYwMi4yLjEuMTY5MjU3NDY0NS4xNy4wLjA\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EPuppy\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;or \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/products\/lexi-me-kitten-starter-kit?_gl=1%2A1path38%2A_ga%2ANjgwNzk2NjI2LjE2OTIyMzA3MjI.%2A_ga_N6H4CZJYHX%2AMTY5MjU3NDYwMi4yLjEuMTY5MjU3NDYyMC40Mi4wLjA\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EKitten\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E starter pack, to make your fur baby feel right at home. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E1 Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E2.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPLoS ONE, 2023\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EMEDIA RELEASE, September 2023\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003ERelated Stories:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2020\/05\/what-is-right-age-for-kids-to-have-dog.html\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWhat is the Right Age for Kids to Have a Dog?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/warning-about-cute-pets-kids-posts-on.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWarning about Cute Pets \u0026amp; Kids Posts on Social Media\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2022\/03\/national-kids-and-pets-day-2022-april-26.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-size: large;\"\u003ENational Kids \u0026amp; Pets Day - \"My Dog \u0026amp; Me\" Photography Project\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/feeds\/6758439646851824269\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/09\/introducing-newborns-toddlers-to-your.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/6758439646851824269"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/6758439646851824269"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/09\/introducing-newborns-toddlers-to-your.html","title":"Introducing Newborns \u0026 Toddlers to your Pet"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiWpvtrHeN1Kx-FrwVgiTNmCwEP_9gaMBcbPI-Eyt6UJ6nq3p_Wl0pjhBPAWiVKQ3SefJGhqTzawyQfgVb39PqJbeX7O-h7r7hE9GWoFiSHFMrz0P-jI0N98ZwK3Tp0E27ElT0FkTKSTXbci0IzOLMNnUTBLVp3YRZzAX4odLwzRpKnTj-NFR-kY-uCtUc\/s72-c\/Introducing_Pets_to_Newborns_and_Toddlers%20-%20baby_crawling_towards_dog_pulling_away_his_face%20-%20Picsea%20on%20Unsplash.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-1409194928918887858"},"published":{"$t":"2023-08-08T08:58:00.007+10:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2023-08-27T15:45:43.645+10:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOG EVENTS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOG HERO STORIES"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DOGS \u0026 KIDS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"FUNDRAISER"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"UPCOMING EVENTS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"WALKS"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Variety's 3k a Day Petember Challenge 2023 "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjgwFVJW2IvcYxpb3gyCYUq9W4m3DX9SkJGTsEdGq-QyL70ivY9o0Jf4JaSuFkKgCEIHL7VQCIy6ZZh-r_CcPlw5Yfl-aXpEODk80FDdsA2QNCpmyRRmX_r5DOejvBuQ9BAhfedQ78Io0GLUP-Rz7AiBnWNcOr3HpT6Yoyoyl4HLxInDKQaHLdvozWhtJg\/s1080\/Variety_the_Children's_Charity_Petember_Challenge_2023_helping_kids_with_autism.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjgwFVJW2IvcYxpb3gyCYUq9W4m3DX9SkJGTsEdGq-QyL70ivY9o0Jf4JaSuFkKgCEIHL7VQCIy6ZZh-r_CcPlw5Yfl-aXpEODk80FDdsA2QNCpmyRRmX_r5DOejvBuQ9BAhfedQ78Io0GLUP-Rz7AiBnWNcOr3HpT6Yoyoyl4HLxInDKQaHLdvozWhtJg\/s16000\/Variety_the_Children's_Charity_Petember_Challenge_2023_helping_kids_with_autism.png\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EVariety - the Children's Charity Launches the 3k a Day Petember Challenge to Support Kids with Autism\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.variety.org.au\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EVariety - the Children's Charity\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E is excited to announce the new \u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003E3k a Day Petember Challenge\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E this September, an innovative and fun-filled initiative set to benefit kids with Autism.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDog lovers are invited to join a friendly community of fellow pet owners in the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/3kadaypetemberchallenge\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EChallenge Facebook group \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Efrom \u003Cb\u003E1st August\u003C\/b\u003E, pledging to walk their dogs 3 kilometres a day throughout September.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe best bit? The \u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003E3k a Day Petember Challenge\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E raises funds for essential resources like communication devices, sensory equipment, and assistance dogs for kids with Autism.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzJ504nLCoELsigAvF6Idq9KuQQ-3GG_0bGkvaHn_AwBttwc0WYc71i6gYqBLKHJK2ej4Zd-0IbkJktA31JUKBpTfVnLYGBIU6egWf2ghejycAzP8WKK5BpScsGuAP14AHX_bbF8Akle8A2t8tyXc4MEt_utbBgT2bAvc6HW3blEs5X5nED6F7rlEUPIo\/s1024\/Variety_the_Children's_Charity_3k_a_day_Petember_Challenge_welcome_packs.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"768\" data-original-width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzJ504nLCoELsigAvF6Idq9KuQQ-3GG_0bGkvaHn_AwBttwc0WYc71i6gYqBLKHJK2ej4Zd-0IbkJktA31JUKBpTfVnLYGBIU6egWf2ghejycAzP8WKK5BpScsGuAP14AHX_bbF8Akle8A2t8tyXc4MEt_utbBgT2bAvc6HW3blEs5X5nED6F7rlEUPIo\/s16000\/Variety_the_Children's_Charity_3k_a_day_Petember_Challenge_welcome_packs.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EEveryone who signs up and sets up a Facebook fundraiser receives an \u003Cb\u003Eexclusive Petember bandana \u003C\/b\u003Eand a treat pack from \u003Ci\u003EOptimum\u003C\/i\u003E. Participants also stand a chance to win fabulous prizes from \u003Ci\u003EFuzzYard\u003C\/i\u003E, bringing fun, motivation, and camaraderie to the \u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003E3k a Day Petember Challenge\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EWalking your dog offers various health benefits for both your pet and you as an owner. \u003Ci\u003EUniversity of Western Australia\u003C\/i\u003E research suggests regular walks can provide essential exercise and strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners, reducing stress and improving mental health for both.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiRRriWEG5g5OgWExObG282G4b5lP5kc6OHVzzPl2fOLJN69lNKeIualDL9EjHDtCBJKJG5es0W0MadV9q4uw3xQ0TPkPgys2HI-rysnkSk0DJhonGlEzYfSTfsUCEswEbx3H8Hd_L7SAe5_RKUzZoZEFQSvCLKytJ8VBOOxkyB3iiZ90gSjdw34xKQqLo\/s1080\/Variety_the_Children's_Charity_Petember_Challenge_2023_Walker_with_her_Weimaraner_dog_both_smiling.png\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; font-size: medium; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiRRriWEG5g5OgWExObG282G4b5lP5kc6OHVzzPl2fOLJN69lNKeIualDL9EjHDtCBJKJG5es0W0MadV9q4uw3xQ0TPkPgys2HI-rysnkSk0DJhonGlEzYfSTfsUCEswEbx3H8Hd_L7SAe5_RKUzZoZEFQSvCLKytJ8VBOOxkyB3iiZ90gSjdw34xKQqLo\/s16000\/Variety_the_Children's_Charity_Petember_Challenge_2023_Walker_with_her_Weimaraner_dog_both_smiling.png\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThis challenge is the ultimate bonding experience for all pet lovers. You'll join a fantastic community of fellow pet parents, make new friends and sharing your journey along the way! \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESign up today, fundraise, and get a FREE Petember bandana and Optimum treat pack!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EStep 1\u003C\/b\u003E - Join the 3k a Day Petember Challenge Facebook Group here:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/3kadaypetemberchallenge\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ewww.facebook.com\/groups\/3kadaypetemberchallenge \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EStep 2\u003C\/b\u003E - Complete the registration form in the group to start fundraising to earn your welcome pack \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAre you ready to make this September a Petember to remember? 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