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You could be thinking that a new puppy would be the ideal Christmas present for your loved ones with only a few days till the holiday. Before introducing a new puppy to your children, especially if they are small, you need take a lot of extra care and make a lot of preparations, just like any respectable dog parent would. By failing to do so, you run the danger of ruining what ought to be a "unforgettable meeting." Here are three easy guidelines to follow this Christmas season if you have already given a dog as a gift (or are considering doing so).

1. Talk to your kids about what's expected of them and how to behave.

You don't have to spoil the surprise impact in order to achieve this if you don't want to. But you should be sure to explain to your kids that caring for a puppy is a significant duty, just like caring for a human creature. Once your youngster has settled down from their initial enthusiasm, make this the first thing you explain. With clear expectations, your children will be able to avoid mishaps and misunderstandings with the new dog. Before allowing children to go too near for an extended amount of time, you should educate them how to carefully handle and approach canines. It's crucial to go through with your kids what behaviors are and aren't acceptable when it comes to the new dog.

2. Socialize your pet

In order to prepare the puppy for their first encounter with your children, it is always a good idea to socialize them with other people. Give your new puppy as much exposure to many individuals as you can, if at all feasible. It makes no difference if it's youngsters or adults. This is done to help the new puppy feel as as ease as possible among people. When they first meet your children, doing this will make things a lot simpler.

3. Consider leashing up

Leashing up still offers a simple way to keep the puppy under control, even if many dog parents no longer choose to keep their dogs on a leash (especially for that initial meeting). Since young pups are so impulsive and lively, it's common for them to get carried away during rough play. New pups may bite back when harmed or when they don't like something your youngster does because of their lack of training. Everyone avoids having their kids bitten straight away, right?

These suggestions are ultimately simply intended to reduce the likelihood of disputes arising between your kids and your new puppy. Your puppy will become even more submissive and controllable as they become accustomed to living with kids. We hope that was helpful. Happy Holidays!