Dogs and Kids: Safety Tips Every Parent Needs ft. Trainer Alyssa Wright

How do you keep your kids safe around dogs without giving up the love and chaos that come with family pets? Certified dog trainer Alyssa Wright (@Alyssa.Brynn12) joins Two Moms Too Much Coffee to unpack bite prevention, dog body language, resource guarding, and how to prepare your dog before a baby arrives.We cover it all: the overlap between gentle parenting and reward-based training, when rehoming may be the safest option, and why modeling behavior matters more than “cute” social media moments. Whether you’re introducing a newborn to your dog, navigating toddlers who grab tails, or deciding if your family is ready for a pet, this episode gives you the knowledge and confidence to do it safely.Chapters0:00 Welcome and guest intro1:16 Alyssa’s background in dog training and shelters4:27 How to prepare your dog before baby arrives8:20 Cats, cribs, and early prep stories12:36 Strollers, toys, and practicing with baby gear13:00 Top 3 safety tips for dogs and kids25:14 Choosing a family dog by personality, not breed31:15 Gentle parenting vs reward-based dog training35:39 When rehoming may be the right decision40:14 Dog bite statistics parents should know45:20 Modeling safe behavior for kids around dogs47:48 Kid-safe training games and two-toy fetch48:46 Meet Alyssa’s dogsResources Mentioned• Be Bite Smart: centerforcaninebehaviorstudies.org/bebitesmart• Dog Aware Sensitivities (Family Paws): familypaws.com/dogaware• Doggone Safe Directory (Pet Professional Guild): petprofessionalguild.com/doggone-safe-directory• Doggie Language by Lili Chin: doggiedrawings.net• Puppy Talk by Jess French: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2195782/jess-french/