I think your own idea of separating them is best.

Safety first!

Yep, A shep is a med size dog, could really hurt a baby, probably is just saying hi and trying to be nice, but you never know

Since it's not your dog and (I think) not your child, I'd keep them separate and allow the dog around the child only with close supervision.

Aussies usually love children, but my guess is he's tasting and smelling the formula the baby is drinking. The licking could turn into something more aggressive and I would hate to see a quick snap from the dog around the baby's face.

You need to claim the baby as yours and don't let the dog lick the baby...

Thanks for your advice. I will definately keep them seperated. The Ausssie is a sweetheart, but I do not even want to take a chance that something could happen!

Good for you. Stop the dog when he licks baby's face.

Please take your own advice and separate the two. You're watching the dog temporarily. There is no reason to even worry about introducing them. I can't think of much of a benefit of having the two even in the same room, and I can think of a LOT of negative and dangerous possibilities.

It's nice of you to watch your son's dog, but it will be just fine without being friends with the baby. Cover your butt (and protect the baby) by keeping them apart.

Agree.

ussies are VERY smart, all you need to do is to tell the dog to leave it when you put your baby down. Rerward the dog for leaving the baby by giving him a toy. Teaching a dog good manners will mean you can feel comfortable with the dog around your child. Good luck