Hi everyone,

As some of you may know Im expecting my first child very soon.
I am just worried slightly as the family dog Lassie, a Patterdale Terrier is very funny around babies and small children, I dont live with her as she is with my mum and dad but from her being a pup I was at home so there is a bond with her.

When my cousin brought her son who was 2 at the time to the house, Lassie took an instant dislike to him and even snapped at him, altough to be fair to the dog he slipped and fell into her so she could have thought that he was attacking her. He is now 3 1/2years old and Lassie seems to be ok around him now he does chase her around but she moves out of his way.

When my baby finally arrives obviously, I will be visiting and am sure that there is going to be jealousy from Lassie and wonder if anyone has suggestions?

Stacey