I worried how my dog would react to two new members of the family, so I took advice from a dog behaviourist, and I used it. It was hard work to change the things I was doing, and it took a lot of patience.
Even then, as time went on, I found that I had less time and energy for my canine friend. I was finding it hard to walk, groom and play with him, due to the responsibilities that came with two new children, and the time they needed.
I was very concerned for the safety of my twins so I made the agonising decision to find a new home for my dog. I did this because I couldn’t make sure that my dog was never left alone with my children. No matter how well you think you know your dog, they are a descendant of the wolf family and you can never trust 100% that their instincts won’t come out.
When I hear on the news and see in the papers about children being attacked by a family pet, these horror stories chill me to the bone. This is why I have written this booklet, which I dedicate to my mate Woody, to help you make all the right decisions about owning a dog while your children are small.
