Dog and Child Safety & Integration
Available across Bengaluru
I help parents set up safe routines and clear boundaries so dogs and kids can live together without stress, using practical training and honest advice.
Pricing Guide
Group Webinar: Preparing Dog for Baby
Session Details
- Format: 120-minute live presentation conducted via Zoom.
- Access: Single screen ticket allows the entire household to watch together.
- Interaction: Includes a dedicated Q&A segment to address specific attendee concerns.
Curriculum
- Pre-Arrival Prep: Checklist of sensory and furniture changes to implement before the baby arrives.
- The First Meeting: Step-by-step choreography for the initial introduction between the dog and newborn.
- Post-Hospital Strategy: Management protocols for the first week to prevent chaos and stress.
Safety Protocols
- Myth Busting: Correction of dangerous misconceptions (e.g., immediate face sniffing).
- Supervision: Hard rules on Do's and Don'ts regarding space management.
Virtual Specialist Consultation (1-on-1)
Consultation Scope
- Duration: 60 to 90-minute deep-dive video session via Zoom or Google Meet.
- Virtual Audit: Live camera inspection of the home layout to determine optimal gate and zone placement.
- Video Analysis: Review of client-submitted footage to assess current triggers and body language.
Assessment & Planning
- Diagnostics: Identification of root causes for specific issues like growling, resource guarding, or anxiety.
- Safety Protocols: Immediate stop-gap measures to ensure child safety.
- Training Roadmap: Customized cue list (e.g., Place, Leave It) tailored to specific lifestyle constraints.
- Reference: Access to the session recording for future review.
The "Baby Ready" In-Home Training Program
Program Structure
- Volume: 5 private in-home sessions (60 minutes each) spread over the pregnancy trimester.
- Location: Service provided at the client's residence in Bangalore and immediate neighborhood.
- Scope: Hands-on training for the dog and mandatory coaching for family members.
Practical Skills
- Stroller Drills: Trainer-led heeling practice alongside an empty stroller to prevent pulling and tangling.
- Desensitization: Controlled exposure to recorded baby sounds (crying/cooing) and handling exercises.
- Obedience Proofing: Reinforcing "Leave It" for dropped items and "Place" commands for boundary setting.
Environment & Support
- Home Audit: Physical setup of gates, crates, and safe zones within the apartment.
- Hospital Protocol: Remote guidance on scent swapping while the mother is in the hospital.
- Gear List: Curated recommendations for necessary playpens, treats, and enrichment toys.
About Dog and Child Safety & Integration
Why this is tough
Raising kids and dogs together? No sugarcoating - it’s bloody hard. I get it. Most days feel like a circus. You’re juggling between nappies and barking, and the old advice out there? Mostly outdated. I’m here to help you skip the nonsense and get real about what actually works.
Prepping your dog before baby arrives
If you’re expecting, you need to start early. That’s not just for the dog’s sake - trust me, it saves your sanity too.
- Key cues like “leave it” and “place” get drilled so your dog listens even when your hands are literally full.
- We practice walks with a stroller - minus the baby, so your dog gets the hang of it.
- Setting up safe zones and baby gates means your dog always has a spot to chill when things get hectic.
I run a 2-hour online session - “Preparing Your Dog for a Baby” - where we cover everything, including dog stress after baby arrives.
Living with toddlers and dogs
This is where boundaries are non-negotiable.
- No sitting, pulling, or face-in-face business with the dog.
- Kids learn by copying you, so you have to be on top of it.
- Your dog needs a safe retreat space - no exceptions.
Toileting accidents or barking? Punishment never works. We fix the cause and go easy on the dog. That’s how you build peace.
Thinking of getting a dog for your child?
Just straight-up honesty: it’s still your job, not your kid’s. We’ll talk about whether your family’s actually ready and how to do things right. No quick fixes - just patience and understanding.
Let’s make it work for everyone.
Meet your Expert
Nitika Ahlawat
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My Story
Hey, I’m Nitika. Certified dog trainer, dog mom, human mom, and honestly, just trying to keep it together most days. My golden retriever Grey taught me more about love and patience than anyone else. Kids and dogs together? It’s messy, hard, sometimes I just want to scream. But those walks in the rain, leash tangled, remind me why I do it. If you’re overwhelmed, trust me, I get it.
My Work
Dog Training & Family Consults - I train dogs and guide families, especially those with babies. Puppy training, online consults, webinars - all covered.
Baby and Dog Transition Help - Helping parents and dogs adjust when a baby arrives. Teaching respect and boundaries for everyone.
Understanding Your Dog - I show you how to read dog stress signals, build trust, and actually get why your dog acts the way they do.
Dog Training Myth Buster - Forget what you read online. I’ll tell you what really works and what’s just plain wrong for your dog.