Help needed reassuring my wife

[Elyse]

As an expecting mom (8 months pregnant), i have to chime in
again and tell you that Nestle is as much a part of this pregnancy as
my husband is. I have been suffering with some terrible pain and
nestle gives my belly boxer kisses and doesn't leave my side until
I feel better. She has to know where i am at all times. We show her
all the new baby toys and let her smell the lotions and diapers. I feel
so closer to my first baby, Nestle who is 14 months old now.

Try to get the 2 of them together for some alone boxer cuddle time and
maybe she will soften up and embrace the time.

 

[rose]

:D Rest asshured.




im a mum of two children,and have just over a year old boxer pup called mia,she is soooo very good with my children,it,s un beliveable really,she is so gently and caring,she allways looks out 4 them,she like,s 2 lay down by them,not on top of them or nothin like that.i wouldnt ever have any other dog by a boxer from now on they r so gentle snd carin 2 wards them there the best ,u know u r safe wiv a boxer,as i would b very weary of any other breeds.i will b honest.my partner has wanted a boxer 4 10 yrs now and i kept sayin no as i was worried just as u r ,but i bit my lip and went ahead lastyr and gave in,im so glade i wouldnt of ever said yes if i thought there would b any danger in it.im really glade i have her now ,wouldnt ghange her 4 the world,no would my 2 children,there love her ,they call her babbie girl.

 

[Jazmyn]

Part of the reason that we selected a boxer (besides the fact that they are so beautiful) is their mannerisms with children. Boxers are supposed to be absolutely great with kids. Just keep the child safe. Also you might consider preparing the dog for the child; up until now the dog has been the sole focus of attention, and once the new baby comes he won't be anymore. You could try getting a babydoll, and treat it like the new baby will be treated. Also while the dog is eating, get down and play with his food, take it in and out of his mouth, etc.; that is what your new baby will do once he/she starts toddling around. Good Luck!

 

[marciafinn]

I do not have my own children but many friends do. My neighbors have a 2 year old and a 7 year old. Mason plays differently with each of them. He is extremely gentle with the 2 year old and while he is still gentle with the 7 year old, he knows she can take a little more than the 2 year old. I think they'll be fine. As it has been mentioned here already, just make sure their not left unattended just as any small child and dog shouldn't be.

I hope you have found enough convincing information for your wife. Your skin kid and fur baby could have a great time together!

 

[peanutmom]

OMG, this brought back one of my favorite memories of Peanut. Seems like she knew how rough she could be with different sized kids. If any real little kids would come over to the house she would stand up on her back feet and tuck her front legs against her body so as not to actualyl touch them but still be able to get up and look at them and sniff them. My ex's nephew was about 8 at the time and would come over sometimes and she would get up on her back legs only with him she would wrap her front legs around his neck and "clean his ears". eventually he would tumble to the ground and she would lick him and play with him and her little nub would be wigglin the whole time, but she would not play so rough as to hurt him, just enough so she knew he was having fun.

When Popcorn was about six months old I took her to a friends house for dinner. I was so nervous because she had this horrible habit of jumping on people that I had not quite broken her of yet and was convinced she was going to knock thier very petite two year old down and hurt her. So I kept her on her lead and slowly went in the house. I sat at the table and let thier daughter approach us on her terms. Before the night was over that little spot of a girl had Popcorn's lead and the two of them were just best buddies. If that had been me ahold of that lead, she would have been dragging me all over... but she was prefectly behaved and they were both having the time of thier life. Every time I talk to that friend she tells me that her daughter is always asking when Popcorn is going to come over and play again.

maybe if you have any friends that have kids you could introduce your pup to them and see how things go. I also find that there are usualyl kids at the dog park, and since the dogs are usually so wound up playing it might be a good time to see how your pup would react. I like the idea of a baby doll, sticking the doll in the food bowl is a great way to show you wife that the baby will be safe, and prepare your pup for the new arrival and any such interaction that will certainly occur.

Good luck and congrats on the new addition to your family!!

 

[missyprissy]

Hi,
Our boxer Missy(18months-maybe older) loves children.We have a 8 yr old daughter and they seem to be best friends And the best news is that we just took her in 3 weeks ago off of the streets eating from garbage cans,we have not had any problems with her.Missy took right up with our daughter and family.Boxers make wonderful life-long family companions.
Hugs,Karen:D

 

[kmzz]

fdknuckles-

If your wife needs more reassurance, have her take a look at my photo gallery. Princess is only 4 months old in the pics with my skin kids. Hope this helps.

 

[monster750]

I have a 14 month old daughter. We had Luke before Chloey (skin daughter) was born. I was concerned, just as your wife is. Luke is a boxer-rhodesia ridgeback mix that weighs 105 lbs. We set our bassinet up about 1 month before Chloey was born so that Luke would get used to it and so we could teach him that he wasn't to bother it. Also as soon as Chloey was born, we took one her blankets with her scent on it home to him so that he would recognize her scent. We paid extra special attention to Luke after Chloey came home. We involved him in everything we did with Chloey such as, when we changed her, he followed us to her room and received a dog treat when we were done. We let him near by when we gave her a bath. He loved that! and he hates getting a bath himself. He has been wonderful with her. I trust him completely but I never leave him alone with her. When she was in first born and still in her basinett he would take his toys and place them in there with her. He now sleeps in her room and if she makes the slightest peep he runs into our room to alert us. Just use common sense and take everything in moderation; but I think if your wife would be doing a great injustice to your child by getting rid of your dog. Luke is Chloey's protecter, best friend, and confident. She learned how to walk by holding on to his back. Good luck!

 

[megan313]

My daughter was 18mo when we brought our puppy home. They are both going through a "teasing" phase right now, but they love each other and our boxer (6mo now) knows that she has to be more careful with our daughter. She even knows which toys are hers and wont play with my daughter's. My daughter is still learning not to be rough with Roxie, but Roxie lets her sit on her and take toys from her....its so cute.

Even though they're both toddlers right now, it just seems like Roxie knows that she should be more gentle when playing with our daughter than when she plays with my husband.

Megan

 

[bluekirsdog]

I can't speak for your dog but I can say that we have a 7 mos old daughter, whom we cherish more than anything, and we have a one year old boxer who is just amazing with her.

I am, to say the least, a very paraniod mother when it comes to my baby's safety. I live for my daughter, and would NEVER ever jeopardize her safety. And I would honestly tell you that I fear more for her safety when she is around other kids who can be too rough.

My boxer, Duke, is so gentle with her, and is always giving her little soft kisses, (without smothering her) and has yet to knock her over. In fact, I fear more for his safety. She is always crawling all over him, snuggling him, playing with his ears, paws, tail, etc. (while I am ALWAYS right there) He doesn't even budge other than to lift his head up to give her a kiss. In fact, when she gets bored of him and crawls away, he gets up and follows her, and wherever she stops, he just lays right next to her.

They are absolute best friends. No matter how excited or playful he ever gets, he is very mindful of her and always steps around her.

However, I do not know your dog, so all I can tell you is our personal experience. If your wife is still nervous, you can always get baby gates and keep the boxer in different areas of the home that aren't around the baby while the baby is so young. Just an idea! Good luck!

bluekirsdog