I remember the first time I saw a dog and a baby interact. I was so scared to see the massive dog approach the baby in her carrier, I was afraid that the canine would bark and scare her. Or, even worse, scratch the poor thing and run off. It was clear that I didn’t know much about the bond that a dog and baby share. Instead, the gentle giant approached the baby’s carrier and sat beside it patiently for a couple of minutes.
He watched her sleep, and when he got impatient, he got up on all fours and used his front paw to rock her seat, ever so gently. This moment melted my heart, and I was convinced that dogs really are a human’s best friend. They understand everything, even a tiny baby who isn’t old enough to utter words of affection and friendship.
Families with babies and dogs know that to keep the dog around, they better get along with the baby! A dog that’s tender, kind, patient and affectionate, and who responds well to a baby or child in the family, makes for a better, happier living situation for everyone.
So when this adorable pup started doing something a little strange, the parents took notice, but quickly realized what was going on. And they had zero complaints. In fact, this might be the way of the future for them!
The dog, an adorable greyhound, is seen resting on his side on the couch. The tiny baby, who’s sort of snoozing but hasn’t quite crossed over into dreamland, is leaning on his backside nestled into the side of the dog’s belly. But what’s so different here is how the dog is deliberately and repeatedly panting which is acting as a sort of rocking up and down motion that’s soothing the baby – and this is one happy baby! He’s enjoying his warm massage chair without a care in the world.
Mom and dad are giggling and astounded! What a bizarre, but beautiful occurrence. And the dog carries on for a while, panting and vibrating, as baby slowly drifts away to sleep. This is such a cute little partnership that shows how well the baby and dog get along. There’s a lot of trust here as the parents look on totally amazed. Who needs a nanny?!
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