I personally have had 4 dogs since I was about 5. I have had large medium and small. I raised them all their lives. Im used to feeding, bathing, walking, etc. I am also used to watching dogs and kids at the same time so I can assure you my kids will do nothing but love them like they were their own :) I love dogs more than anything and so do my kids! Let me be the person you trust to take care of your baby like I take care of mine :)