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06-01-2012, 02:43 AM | #1 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Michigan
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| Considering a new puppy So I have always considered getting another yorkie puppy of some sort but have always been hesitant because I don't know how Sasha would react. I don't want her to feel replaced all of a sudden since she has been the only dog in our household for 4 years. Me and my parents have been talking about it for a bit and came up with the idea of using a playpen like we did with Sasha while the puppy is still young before we start letting him/her have some open space to run. The only bad thing is I'll feel bad having to block off areas of the house so the puppy doesn't have full run and I don't want Sasha to get confused and upset. What are some past experiences that you all have had with introducing a new puppy to your household with one of your dogs? Could Sasha somewhat "help" the puppy learn the rules and such with potty training? Any tips and advice would be appreciated. It's not a for sure thing yet, but I have my eye on a puppy and we all know once they're in our heads, they're hard to leave. |
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06-01-2012, 03:23 AM | #2 |
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| I used a playpen when I first got Lily. The two pound wonder was out and over the top of it in about two minutes. I put her in the upstairs bathroom with pee pads, food and water, when we were not home. This way I could close both the bathroom doors and know that she was safe.
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06-01-2012, 04:06 AM | #3 |
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| We got Abby because Ziva was lonely and getting too possessive. Best thing we did! It took Ziva a month to accept her- but Abby is the sweetest, easiest going puppy ever. But she wants to be near Ziva always-she ate her way out of the bottom of an old playpen in minutes- quickly bought a 36" high " Isis" expen on amazon. good investment, still use it at 10 months for feeding(vet recommended separate food), leaving for a few hours, and potty training (when I know she has to go but is too distracted). Give them both a bath so they smell alike. I used Ziva's towel on Abby. Try to feed the same food.Good luck! |
06-01-2012, 04:37 AM | #4 |
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| How does Sasha do when you take her out to dog parks or places where other dogs are present? I would tend to think that a male might be a better choice as a general rule but each dogs are individuals so that is really just a general rule. I have outside dogs visit hear all the time and I don't worry about it too much. Zoe is top dog here and she sometimes tries to let all the new dogs know that she is the one in charge and intimidates them a bit but my other dogs are just happy to see new visitors. |
06-01-2012, 01:04 PM | #5 | |
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I don't take her to dog parks or typically places where there are a lot of dogs. To be honest, there arn't that many places around here to take her. My next door neighbor has an older yorkie mix of some sort and to be honest, Sasha cares more about seeing my neighbor than she does the dog. She doesn't act mean toward her or anything but just doesn't really care that she's even there. Of course if she's outside and someone walks by with their dog, she barks and goes crazy but then again she's protecting her territory. I honestly think she would be fine especially since this puppy would end up being about her size full grown and is obviously starting out smaller than her right now. My mom thought it through though and doesn't think it's a good time right now to get a puppy. She thinks it will be too much which I understand her point. I wasn't all 100% for it as well either, kept having doubts and "what ifs" whereas when I first got Sasha it was a 100% yes. Maybe eventually down the road we will add a puppy but for right now, it's not the best choice. Thank you all for your advice! | |
06-02-2012, 07:10 PM | #6 |
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| Ok, we have a change of plans here. I need all the insight that I need. My mom had a change of heart after discussing things with my dad and they've decided to go ahead and get this puppy. He's a yorkie/pom mix and we'll be bringing him home in about a week and a half. We haven't had a puppy in our house for about 4 years and I'm especially not sure how to go about with training without completely blocking off the house from Sasha since that wouldn't be fair to her. She's trained to ring a bell when she has to go outside. I just need all the help and insight I can get. |
06-02-2012, 08:29 PM | #7 |
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| Since you don't want to block Sasha off, I really suggest getting an ex pen for the puppy. The best advise I have every gotten about bringing in a new dog is to always let the original dog get the most attention. Greet them first, feed them first, etc. Puppies are used to being in a pack (their litter) anyway, so they are used to waiting their turn. This way the original dog will feel like they are still #1 and not being replaced. As for potty training, take the puppy out after they wake up from a nap, and about 20 mins after they have eaten or drank water. Of course there are going to be accidents, but just keep an eye. Feed meals at the same time every day so you can know when to expect to take them out. Good luck!
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06-04-2012, 08:36 AM | #8 |
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| What is the best way to introduce Sasha and the puppy to one another once the puppy is brought home? Is it best to just set the puppy down and let them check each other out? Or put the puppy in the x-pen and let them check each other out through the gate? |
06-04-2012, 09:13 AM | #9 |
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| I would let them loose together while you are close by supervising. Sometimes restraining a dog, whether with a fence or on a leash, will actually make them more aggressive towards another dog (or person) than they would be normally. |
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