Watch what he does for the baby! (Video)

If you think it’s unsafe for a newborn baby to be around your canine companion, maybe you will definitely reconsider… Dogs are known as man’s best friend for a good reason, but as we’ve seen time and time again, our fluffy sidekicks are pretty great when it comes to babies, too. This baby looks like she’s got the perfect big brother. While not every pup is as great a babysitter as Charlie, there are some things parents can do to help their dog get used to a new baby.

Start by getting your canine companion to associate the baby with good things. Each time your dog interacts with the baby in a positive way, lavish him with attention, petting, or treats. Try taking the baby along when you walk your dog, play fetch, or do other activities your dog enjoys. Remember to avoid giving your pup lots of attention while the baby is asleep and try to get him to be calm while the baby is awake. If you give your dog attention when the baby is around, he will learn to be excited for those times.

A wonderful bond!

“We taught our dog how to play keyboard, how to change traffic lights and how to swing a baby crib, but we never had to teach him how to love our daughter.” said Laura’s mom. This adorable video highlights the wonderful bond between tiny human Laura and her best friend/babysitter, Charlie. The clip has experienced a viral resurgence in recent days. To date, the video has been viewed more than 9 million times. Wait until you see what he does for this baby!