Patient's question:
I have a very cute puppy at home, which is over four years old. But now I want to have my own baby. My friends told me that if you want to have children, you must separate from pets for a while. But I really can't bear to part with my puppy. It's also very important to me. I don't know what to do.Doctor's answer:
1. Take all health measures. Give your dog a thorough health check-up, vaccinations, and deworming. These things should be done before or during your pregnancy.2. Keep your dog leashed when necessary. If it's a aggressive dog, keep it temporarily leashed (or confined) away from the baby.
3. Start training your dog as early as possible. Most dogs are lively, and if they haven't been trained, it's best to teach them how to interact with a baby. Since a baby's actions are unpredictable and uncontrollable, you can only ensure the baby's safety through training your dog. Before the dog and the baby are familiar and comfortable with each other, don't give them too many opportunities for close contact, as their actions often exceed your expectations.