Family Paws Parent Education

Family Paws Parent Education Your leading experts in dog, baby and toddler dynamics since 2002 We are in 12 countries and 41 U.S. states! Why choose Family Paws?
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Family Paws Parent Education is an established network of professionals worldwide dedicated to supporting families with dogs. We also offer a wide range of services to support dog professionals and childbirth professionals to increase safety and decrease stress between babies, toddlers and family dogs. If you need to find an educator near you, we can help! FPPE offers two internationally licensed

& highly endorsed programs, "Dogs & Storks" and "Dogs & Toddlers" for new and expecting families with dogs. Every one of our educators are licensed and completes a thorough 13-week long program taught by Jennifer Shryock, FPPE Founder and Owner. All educators receive a real world tested presentation created by an expert in dog and baby/toddler dynamics, and have a support team of their own made up of licensed dog & baby/toddler professionals. Family Paws Parent Educators believes creating Dog Aware™ generations is essential in all communities and the human-canine bond.

11/17/2024

Have you ever wondered if it would be better to just completely isolate your dog from your baby? 🤔Our very own Bethany Cunningham was featured on DogSpeak to discuss everything Dogs, Babies and Toddlers! Something they discussed in depth was the importance of NOT isolating your dog from your baby and the dangers of doing so… Take a listen and let us know your thoughts! 🎧 Listen to the full podcast through the link in our bio or comment ISOLATE and we will send it directly to you! Did you find this information helpful? Please like, comment and share to help others become dog aware! 🐾

Have you been thinking about becoming a Family Paws Educator but have been on the fence? 🤔Here is what one of our educat...
11/16/2024

Have you been thinking about becoming a Family Paws Educator but have been on the fence? 🤔

Here is what one of our educators has to say about our program! 🐾

“I chose to become a Family Paws parent educator because I had very little experience or knowledge about children of any age. I felt uncomfortable taking cases with young children because I didn’t have the knowledge on how to help them effectively. The Family Paws course exceeded my expectations and I learned more than I anticipated I would! I am now confident taking on cases with young children.”

Interested in becoming a licensed Family Paws Educator? We are offering $200 USD off THIS month only to the next 8 people who register!

To register, follow the link below or comment EDUCATOR and we will send you the registration link to your inbox! 📥

Registration Link 🔗 https://www.familypaws.com/services/for-dog-professionals/

11/15/2024

Did you know that consent isn’t just for humans? 🤔“Pet, Pet, Pause” is a way to teach kids and adults alike to ask for a pet’s permission and consent before engaging with them! Invites decrease bites, so we always start with ASKING if the dog wants affection or pets by calling them over and respecting their decision to say no! If they choose to come over for some pets, we do a consent test of neck to tail pets twice and then pause to see what the animal does! If the animal re-engages by nudging your hand, it means that they are consenting and you are good to continue! If they walk away or do not re-engage after the pause, it’s time for a break! Remember that this can change at any time so doing it often is very important! This simple thing can help decrease bites AND create more predictability for your pets when it comes to the choice to engage with kids or other adults! Find this post helpful? Like, comment and share to help others become more dog aware 🐾

We are getting so excited for our Dogs and Toddlers Webinar THIS Saturday!!! We have 2 more spots remaining and we would...
11/15/2024

We are getting so excited for our Dogs and Toddlers Webinar THIS Saturday!!!

We have 2 more spots remaining and we would love to fill them to help ensure your family is ready for American Thanksgiving as well as any other family occasion! 🍁

This program offers insight and proactive options for some of the common challenges families with dogs experience as baby becomes mobile!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity as it’s the LAST one of 2024! 🐶

To register, please see the link below ⬇️

🔗 https://familypawsbooking.as.me/schedule/1450ac5a/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=19391069

We can’t wait to see you there! 🐾

With today being world kindness day, we wanted to take this time to remind you as a parent that no matter what struggles...
11/13/2024

With today being world kindness day, we wanted to take this time to remind you as a parent that no matter what struggles you may be facing with the ever changing dynamics of dogs, babies and toddlers that YOU are enough!

Be kind to yourself, you are doing the best you can, you’ve got this and it’s okay to ask for help and not be okay!

Please don’t ever hesitate to reach out to us on our support helpline or our messages as well as reaching out to our friends at

Our support line is: 877 - 247 - 3407

Postpartum Support International’s Helpline is: 1-800-944 - 4773

We are here to support you, you are not alone 💚

11/12/2024

Do you have a child who wants to be involved with your dog but you’re struggling to find a way to do it safely for everyone? Parent Guided Find It may be the game for you! By adding in the learning tower, we also create inclusion at a distance! Parent guided activities allow for your child to be included with your dog in activities that are safe for everyone involved! All you need to do is get some of your dog’s kibble or high value treats and a learning tower (if you don’t have one, modifications can be made to the activity!) This activity also helps strengthen your child’s pincer grip by picking up pieces of kibble and tossing them! Have you tried this game before? If not, give it a try and let us know your thoughts by tagging us in your post!

Today, we wanted to take the opportunity to remember all of those who have lost their lives fighting for us and our coun...
11/12/2024

Today, we wanted to take the opportunity to remember all of those who have lost their lives fighting for us and our countries as well as those who are currently in active service.

Many animals also gave their lives and continue to do so in active duty!

Without each of them, we would not have the freedoms that we have today 💚

Many gave the ultimate sacrifice and some still battle with the mental anguish each day. Please remember to thank a veteran today and everyday for their service!

Often, we think of management as something that needs to contain the dog in a smaller area away from the baby or toddler...
11/11/2024

Often, we think of management as something that needs to contain the dog in a smaller area away from the baby or toddler, but what if we changed the way we thought about management?

Management comes in many different forms and can be as unique as each child and dog!

Some ideas might include:

⏺️ A play yard like you see in the photo above that helps keep your toddler or baby safe during independent play while your dog is able to roam freely around the rest of the house

⏺️ A baby gate in between a doorway to separate a dog from your baby or toddler while they are both eating their meals

⏺️ A bed or “mat” cue that helps the dog to have a sense of predictability in different situations

⏺️ Implementing success stations to help set everyone up for success!

What is your favorite type of management in your home or with clients that you work with?

Share them with us below to help others learn about the endless opportunities that management can provide to create success and reduce stress in the home 🏠

11/10/2024

Have you ever wondered why when your baby or toddler is starting to crawl that your dog may be starting to show more interest in them? There are many reasons, but one we can see here is that crawling sometimes looks like… you guessed it… a play bow in dogs! Bum up in the air, bouncy movements…. For dogs who are social and enjoy engaging in play, these can be seen as an invite to play! Both are natural movements for baby and dog, but we need to make sure that everyone is set up for success with new milestones as play is very different for dogs and babies!This is why our saying “Dog and Baby on the Scene, Parent in Between” is so important! Interested in learning more? See our upcoming events and webinars as well as our website for some free resources! 🐾

With the Holiday season upon us for Thanksgiving this month, we wanted to ask you… Will your kids be around dogs this Th...
11/10/2024

With the Holiday season upon us for Thanksgiving this month, we wanted to ask you…

Will your kids be around dogs this Thanksgiving? 🤔

Our upcoming Dogs and Toddlers Webinar is on November 16th, which is just in time for American Thanksgiving! 🍁

This webinar is the perfect way to get prepared for family events and how to keep your toddler AND the dogs in your life safe and stress free!

We only have 4️⃣ spots remaining for this upcoming webinar, will we see you there?

The link to register is below ⬇️

🔗 https://familypawsbooking.as.me/schedule/1450ac5a/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=19391069

We hope to see you there to help you become more dog aware 🐶

Being dog aware isn’t just the about the parents in the household! Being Dog Aware is about helping everyone in the fami...
11/08/2024

Being dog aware isn’t just the about the parents in the household!

Being Dog Aware is about helping everyone in the family come together to understand how your family dog and other dogs around you might be feeling and responding in different situations!

We at Family Paws have 4️⃣ Pillars of Dog Aware to help you, your family and your dogs succeed!

1️⃣ Body Language

2️⃣ Sensitivities

3️⃣ Proximity

4️⃣ Supervision

Over the next few days, we will be going over these 1 by 1 to help everyone gain a greater understanding of how to increase success and decrease stress when it comes to helping the entire family become Dog Aware!

11/07/2024

We know what we know until we grow! This was a video taken by one of our educators BEFORE they took our Family Paws Parent Educator course and they were kind enough to let us share to help others learn and grow! Mikka’s human, like many parents, didn’t know any better and wanted to document these “cute” moments… But what we often miss out on when documenting those moments is noticing the clear body language signs that our dogs are showing that tell us that they are uncomfortable! Mikka is showing signs like: 1️⃣ Lip Licks 2️⃣ Head turned to the side 3️⃣ Whale eye These are all signs that it is time to say goodbye! Which other ones can you see? Let us know in the comments below ⬇️

UPCOMING WEBINAR ‼️ Is your dog suddenly struggling with the changes that come along with the development from baby to t...
11/06/2024

UPCOMING WEBINAR ‼️

Is your dog suddenly struggling with the changes that come along with the development from baby to toddler?

Then this webinar is for you! 🐾

We will have our very own Kari Joly of taking you through this 2h webinar to help answer any and all questions that come up as well as teach you some valuable tools to help increase your success and decrease your stress when it comes to your dog and toddler!

Take a look to see what others are saying about the support they have received through taking this webinar!

Interested in registering for this webinar? Comment 🐶 and we will send you the link OR you can find the link to register through the link below ⬇️

🔗 https://www.familypaws.com/available-courses/

We can’t wait to see you there!

11/06/2024

Have you ever thought of the way we introduce our dogs to other people? What about the way we look at homecoming with a newborn? We have all grown up hearing “bring home the baby blanket and let your dog sniff it to help your dog become more comfortable with your baby”, but as you can see from the video, it can make the dog confused and unsure! At Family Paws, we don’t like to use the words “introduce” or “greeting” when it comes to bringing a new baby home, we prefer to say “homecoming”!As we learned yesterday, dogs do greetings VERY different than us as humans and we want to set everyone up for success! Here are 2 tips we suggest and discuss in our Dogs & Storks Webinar: 1️⃣ Make it a “non event”! What is exciting for us doesn’t need to be exciting for our dog! 2️⃣ Ask yourself “what do I want my dog to do when the baby and I need to do X” and start training for those situations! Tomorrow we will share the other 2 tips for what we suggest to help increase the success of homecoming!

Did you know that the way we greet as humans and the way our dogs greet is very different? 🧐This is why we often see sig...
11/05/2024

Did you know that the way we greet as humans and the way our dogs greet is very different? 🧐

This is why we often see signs of discomfort, stress and uncertainty when we are trying to force introductions between our dogs and new family members! 🐾

We usually go in multiple times for hugs or kisses at a close proximity and our dogs usually enjoy a quick sniff and a greeting from behind 🐶

Often when bringing home a new baby or a new family member it is a HUGE event for us, but we don’t want it to be a huge event for our dogs!

Stay tuned for a reel tomorrow that shares some tips and tricks on bringing home a new family member in a way that is safe and comfortable for everyone involved, especially our dogs! Spoiler alert, it doesn’t involve bringing home a blanket!

11/04/2024

Did you know that something as simple as giving your dog the choice to engage with you or your kids can help decrease the risk of a bite? 🐾Something Mikka’s Humans learned in the last Dogs and Toddlers Webinar was the importance of the phrase “Invites Decrease Bites” and how to help create more choice for our dogs in order to help decrease stress and increase success at home 🏠 Our next Dogs & Toddlers Webinar is on November 16th 2024 at 2pm EST! You can register using the link in our bio 🔗Comment TODDLER for the link to be sent directly to your inbox! 📬

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DogSpeak Podcast! 🎧
DogSpeak Podcast! 🎧

Have you ever wondered if it would be better to just completely isolate your dog from your baby? 🤔Our very own Bethany Cunningham was featured on DogSpeak to discuss everything Dogs, Babies and Toddlers! Something they discussed in depth was the importance of NOT isolating your dog from your baby and the dangers of doing so… Take a listen and let us know your thoughts! 🎧 Listen to the full podcast through the link in our bio or comment ISOLATE and we will send it directly to you! Did you find this information helpful? Please like, comment and share to help others become dog aware! 🐾 #podcast #familypawsofficial #dogspeak #dogsandbabies #dogsandtoddlers #dogbehavior #parentingtips #newbornbaby #newparents

Pet, Pet, Pause! 🐾
Pet, Pet, Pause! 🐾

Did you know that consent isn’t just for humans? 🤔“Pet, Pet, Pause” is a way to teach kids and adults alike to ask for a pet’s permission and consent before engaging with them! Invites decrease bites, so we always start with ASKING if the dog wants affection or pets by calling them over and respecting their decision to say no! If they choose to come over for some pets, we do a consent test of neck to tail pets twice and then pause to see what the animal does! If the animal re-engages by nudging your hand, it means that they are consenting and you are good to continue! If they walk away or do not re-engage after the pause, it’s time for a break! Remember that this can change at any time so doing it often is very important! This simple thing can help decrease bites AND create more predictability for your pets when it comes to the choice to engage with kids or other adults! Find this post helpful? Like, comment and share to help others become more dog aware 🐾 #consent #dogsandbabies #dogsandtoddlers #dogtraining #fyp #dogsandkids

Parent Guided Play 🐾
Parent Guided Play 🐾

Do you have a child who wants to be involved with your dog but you’re struggling to find a way to do it safely for everyone? Parent Guided Find It may be the game for you! By adding in the learning tower, we also create inclusion at a distance! Parent guided activities allow for your child to be included with your dog in activities that are safe for everyone involved! All you need to do is get some of your dog’s kibble or high value treats and a learning tower (if you don’t have one, modifications can be made to the activity!) This activity also helps strengthen your child’s pincer grip by picking up pieces of kibble and tossing them! Have you tried this game before? If not, give it a try and let us know your thoughts by tagging us in your post! #dogtraining #toddleranddog #toddlers #dogsandtoddlers

Crawling & Play Bow!
Crawling & Play Bow!

Have you ever wondered why when your baby or toddler is starting to crawl that your dog may be starting to show more interest in them? There are many reasons, but one we can see here is that crawling sometimes looks like… you guessed it… a play bow in dogs! Bum up in the air, bouncy movements…. For dogs who are social and enjoy engaging in play, these can be seen as an invite to play! Both are natural movements for baby and dog, but we need to make sure that everyone is set up for success with new milestones as play is very different for dogs and babies!This is why our saying “Dog and Baby on the Scene, Parent in Between” is so important! Interested in learning more? See our upcoming events and webinars as well as our website for some free resources! 🐾

Lip licks, head to the side & whale eye means…. It’s time to say goodbye! 👋🏻
Lip licks, head to the side & whale eye means…. It’s time to say goodbye! 👋🏻

We know what we know until we grow! This was a video taken by one of our educators BEFORE they took our Family Paws Parent Educator course and they were kind enough to let us share to help others learn and grow! Mikka’s human, like many parents, didn’t know any better and wanted to document these “cute” moments… But what we often miss out on when documenting those moments is noticing the clear body language signs that our dogs are showing that tell us that they are uncomfortable! Mikka is showing signs like: 1️⃣ Lip Licks 2️⃣ Head turned to the side 3️⃣ Whale eye These are all signs that it is time to say goodbye! Which other ones can you see? Let us know in the comments below ⬇️ #dogtraining #babysafety #dogsandbabies #dogsandkids #newborn #familytime #dogsafety

Homecoming!
Homecoming!

Have you ever thought of the way we introduce our dogs to other people? What about the way we look at homecoming with a newborn? We have all grown up hearing “bring home the baby blanket and let your dog sniff it to help your dog become more comfortable with your baby”, but as you can see from the video, it can make the dog confused and unsure! At Family Paws, we don’t like to use the words “introduce” or “greeting” when it comes to bringing a new baby home, we prefer to say “homecoming”!As we learned yesterday, dogs do greetings VERY different than us as humans and we want to set everyone up for success! Here are 2 tips we suggest and discuss in our Dogs & Storks Webinar: 1️⃣ Make it a “non event”! What is exciting for us doesn’t need to be exciting for our dog! 2️⃣ Ask yourself “what do I want my dog to do when the baby and I need to do X” and start training for those situations! Tomorrow we will share the other 2 tips for what we suggest to help increase the success of homecoming! #dogandbaby #babiesoftiktok #homecoming

Invites Decrease Bites!
Invites Decrease Bites!

Did you know that something as simple as giving your dog the choice to engage with you or your kids can help decrease the risk of a bite? 🐾Something Mikka’s Humans learned in the last Dogs and Toddlers Webinar was the importance of the phrase “Invites Decrease Bites” and how to help create more choice for our dogs in order to help decrease stress and increase success at home 🏠 Our next Dogs & Toddlers Webinar is on November 16th 2024 at 2pm EST! You can register using the link in our bio 🔗Comment TODDLER for the link to be sent directly to your inbox! 📬 #webinar #dogtraining #toddlermom #toddlerlife #dogsandbabies #dogbite #dogsandkids #dogsarefamily #dogtrainer #postpartum #consent #familypawsofficial #dogsafety #parentingtips

What is Family Paws?
What is Family Paws?

With us having so many new followers, we wanted to share a little bit about who we are! 🐶What is Family Paws Parent Education? What do you know about us? Comment “MORE” for a list of resources and upcoming events to help you and your family decrease stress 📉and INCREASE success 📈 when it comes to your dog, babies and or toddlers! #education #familypawsofficial #dogsandbabies #newborn #parentingtips #dogsofinstagram #dogsandtoddlers #familytime #kidtips #familydog

Fun (and safe!) Acticities to Do with Your Dog & Toddler
Fun (and safe!) Acticities to Do with Your Dog & Toddler

Some fun ideas to safely incorporate with your dog and toddler…Brought to you my Family Paws Owner & Founder, Jen Shryock 😊 . . . . #FamilyPawsofficial #SupportingFamilies #DogandKid #DogsandFamilies #DogsandBabies #ParentingJourney #DogBodyLanguage #DogAware #ParentingTips #DogBodyLanguge #DogAwareGenerations #ToddlerMom #KidsandDogs #Motherhood #DogsandKids #GrowingUp #PlanningAhead #Pregnancy #DogBodyLanguage101 #GrowingBabies #Toddlerhood #ToddlerLife

EARLY BIRD PRICING & NEW DATES FOR 2025 Family Paws Parent Educator Foundation Course Our internationally recognized Educator Foundation Course is offered to dog professionals who have chosen and been approved to become a licensed Family Paws Parent Educator. This opportunity is much more than a course. It is a commitment to being an active part of the Family Paws Educator referral network and staying up to date with Family Paws materials and information. We begin January 7 and meet once a week for 13 weeks. We also have a special Facebook group to provide "out of class" support and guidance. Plus, you'll connect with an amazing group of dog trainers. We would love for you to join us! Lock in your $1695 pricing (save $100) before it goes back up...Learn more at the link in our bio. (https://bit.ly/fordogprofessionals) . . . . #DogsandFamilies #FamilyPawsParentEducation #FamilyPawsOfficial #FamilyPawsParentEducator #FamillyPaws #KidsandDogs #DogLife #DogTrainers #DogProfessionals #DogTraining #FamilySupport

Dogs & Toddlers Sept 19, 2024
Dogs & Toddlers Sept 19, 2024

Prepare your dog and baby for a smooth transition as your little one starts to crawl and walk with our Dogs & Toddlers™ program. Don't wait until your dog shows signs of discomfort—get ahead of the challenges that often arise when babies become mobile. Join now to gain essential insights and proactive strategies to ensure a harmonious home for your growing family. 👶 Sign up here today: https://www.familypaws.com/available-courses/

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Family Paws Parent Education provides resources and support for new and expecting families and the professionals that support them. Our specialty is dog and baby/toddler dynamics and safety. Founder, Jennifer Shryock mentors dog professionals choosing to increase their knowledge in dog and baby/toddler dynamics through the highly endorsed Family Paws Parent Education Educator program. These educators offer support and resources in their local communities all over the world. Our goal is to increase safety and decrease stress while achieving success with dogs and young children under the same roof.

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