Calm Boundaries First keeps children and dogs safe through simple routines. Prepare the home with gates, a fixed resting spot, and a no-contact chair while keeping paths clear. Greetings are calm: one adult first, child still with hands low, dog has an exit, and contact ends in 2–3 minutes. Guests follow the same rule, with the dog waiting on a mat or behind a gate until calm. After tense moments, reset by feeding in one spot, giving 20 minutes of rest, and keeping no-touch zones around bowls and doors. Use repeatable habits—cue “gentle hands,” short play, pause, settle, and only adults restart. Consistency lets children learn gentle habits, dogs feel secure, and small risks stay small.