Compassionate help for expecting our new parents with dogs.

Family Paws, LLC
Cary, North Carolina
About Family Paws, LLC
Dog and baby safety experts. 20 years of specializing in dog and baby and dog and toddler dynamics and safety. Preparing with your family dog for life with children begins the day you meet your dog! Jennifer Shryock, founded Family Paws, LLC in 2002 and now mentors dog professionals all over the world in this very important niche of dog and baby safety. Family Paws offers professional consultations, educational seminars and mentoring dedicated to increasing safety and decreasing stress for families with dogs. Safety and harmony is what we all want in our lives with our dog companions. If you have questions or concerns please don't wait. We are here to listen and offer expert support, resources and guidance when you need it most.
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- Behavior consultation
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- Online or virtual training
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- Private training
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Dog age
- Adult dogs
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- Positive reinforcement
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Other listed services
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- Animal Behavior Consulting
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- Animal Training
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- Anxiety Dogs
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- Baby prep with dog
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- Behavior Analysis
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- Cat Behavior Consultant
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- Coaching Sessions
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- Dog Behavior Consultant
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- Dog Behaviour Consultant
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- Dog Trainer Helping
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- Dog Training For Pets
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- Dog Training Training
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- Dog and baby preparation
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- Dog and toddler safety consultant
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- Dog bite victim support
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- Educational Programs
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- Family Dog Mediation
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- Family Dog Training
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- In-Home Visits
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- Kids Dog Training
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- Life Training
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- Pet Parent
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- Private Consultation
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- Pup Training
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- Preparing dogs for toddlers
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- Training team
- CDBC
Questions & answers
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How do I introduce my dog to baby?
Gradually, Family Paws encourages a homecoming that is gradual instead of a physical introduction. Family Paws encourages dogs and newborns are separated using gates, play yards, crates etc. Dogs do NOT need to be physically close to become familiar with newborns. Relationships take time and there is no need for physical contact of a newborn and dog. http://www.FamilyPaws.com https://youtu.be/zD77kWRooH0?si=v9ZMld1Mrobd22qt
Community answer · Family Paws, LLC · 2025-09-21
Should we bring home the blanket for our dog to sniff?
Here is a video to offer some food for thought. Dog and baby need time and space to allow a familiarity bond to grow gradually and with safety being the priority. We believe scent is an important factor but it is over time combined with other positive exercises vs a one time blanket exposure. https://youtu.be/4DVGoDBZYyM?si=nWrRcWO8uSLNVtPy
Community answer · Family Paws, LLC · 2025-09-21
Is it safe to have a dog around a baby?
It is advised that while having a dog around a baby that you use a barrier of some type like a play yard, open or gate to prevent your dog from initially getting too close and personal. Keep in mind that dogs are inquisitive and like to sniff and lick. WE DO NOT SUGGEST ALLOWING YOUR DOG IS THAT CLOSE TO A NEWBORN. Newborns are NEW to all of you and a dog is best observing from behind a gate, or on leash while with another adult with plenty of space in between. 877-247-3407 is the dog and baby support line if you have questions or concerns anytime. FamilyPaws.com Dog and baby safety experts since 2002.
Community answer · Family Paws, LLC · 2025-09-21
How do we prepare our dog for a new baby?
Great question! The key to this is to begin as soon as you find out you are expecting so that you can take your time and make gradual changes. I highly recommend taking a Dogs and Storks class through Familypaws.com as this webinar goes into detail about preparation and what is most important.
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Customer reviews
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- toddler 6
- emotional support 5
- dog and baby safety 4
- behavior issues 2
- certification program 2
- dog body language 2
All 10 topics
- family dog training 2
- helpful staff 2
- support for dogs 2
- support for new moms 2
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Jen was very helpful, supportive, caring and encouraging to me about our situation with a new baby and a dog in the home.
Family Paws is absolutely incredible! My husband and I signed up with Jen for her training and consultation services to help us prepare for our newborn son and how to integrate manage four big rescue dogs with a newborn. Jen was a lifesaver and I can’t stress enough how importanc…Read full reviewClose full review
Family Paws is absolutely incredible! My husband and I signed up with Jen for her training and consultation services to help us prepare for our newborn son and how to integrate manage four big rescue dogs with a newborn. Jen was a lifesaver and I can’t stress enough how importance her education is whether you have one or more dogs and when you have kiddos at home. She breaks down dog body language, safety and management tips, helps with training to teach your dog commands that will come in handy. Her educational videos and handouts are so incredible, and she is also such an amazing person who truly cares about her clients! Not only did she support us with the dog aspect but she was so supportive to me as a new mom and I really can’t thank her enough for all she has done. We felt so overwhelmed initially but as soon as we reached out to her and started working with her everything fell into place. Our pups absolutely adore our son and without Jen we would have been lost! I highly recommend Jen to anyone who is expecting with a dog or if you already have kids and have a dog(s)! And I love that Jen doesn’t just focus on safety of the child but she really also advocates for the dogs and really helps make you understand dog body language. I’m a better parent for both my son and dogs because of Jen! Cannot thank her enough! She is the best!
We were running out of hope that we could keep our dog when we reached out to Jennifer. His serious and complex behavior issues have made life very difficult with our toddler. Jennifer has been an amazing support as we navigate through this fraught decision-making process. Her re…Read full reviewClose full review
We were running out of hope that we could keep our dog when we reached out to Jennifer. His serious and complex behavior issues have made life very difficult with our toddler. Jennifer has been an amazing support as we navigate through this fraught decision-making process. Her recommendations on changing up our routines and rituals, while daunting at first, have significantly reduced our day-to-day stress levels and helped us feel like everyone is getting their needs met. We will have to constantly reevaluate our situation, but having Jennifer as a trusted expert and lifeline has made all the difference.
Very professional business and especially equip to handle any of your needs if you are expecting your first, second or third child, adoption and even if you don't have children, and safely integrating your new baby and family dog in the same household. They have experts in so man…Read full reviewClose full review
Very professional business and especially equip to handle any of your needs if you are expecting your first, second or third child, adoption and even if you don't have children, and safely integrating your new baby and family dog in the same household. They have experts in so many places that offer services remotely and safely in-person. If you need more info about them their website has a ton of helpful resources. Highly recommend!
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