Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work! · November 11, 2026 · 15 min
Ep 154 The Nanny-Dog Myth: Why Dogs “Guard” Babies
Does your dog hover obsessively around your new baby or grandchild, react to every cry or even block you when you try to pick them up? If what looks like "protective guarding" has you feeling worried and on edge, in this episode, we’re unpacking what is really driving that intense fixation - and how to restore peace and safety to your home! We’ll explore the hidden science behind this behaviour, plus, we’ll share our favourite framework for creating calm, stress-free coexistence, giving you a...