Today we have an interview with Michelle Stern of Pooch Parenting. Michelle is a certified professional dog trainer and certified dog behavior consultant. She is the owner and founder of Pooch Parenting, which offers Professional Support for Families with Kids and Dogs.

Parenting babies, toddlers, kids & dogs can feel overwhelming. Pooch Parenting gives you personalized & practical strategies to make living with kids and dogs SAFER & less stressful. You can visit her website at poochparenting.net, she offers online workshops, courses, and consultations.

Interview Questions:

• How did you get involved with this specialty of dog training?
• Let’s talk about bringing a new puppy into the family with babies, toddlers and kids. What is the best way to safely and effectively do this?
• Are there a different protocols for each? 
• What are the potential issues if not done correctly?
• Now let’s switch gears and talk about having a baby when the family already has dogs or puppies. What and when is the best way to safely introduce the baby to the dogs?
• What are the potential issues if not done correctly?
• Let’s talk about family dog training…“Parenting kids and dogs together is NOT easy!” 

Be sure to visit Michelles website at http://poochparenting.net

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RESOURCES:
Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com
Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.com
Dale's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/dalebuchanan