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Gregdrose · 07-05-2008, 03:58 AM

Hi I am new here. I have a 4 year old female Yorkie named Roxy and a couple days ago we got a male named Ace to keep her company. Roxy is a very submissive non aggressive 6 lb. dog so we told the breeder we would wait for a small male because we thought that would be the best fit. Roxy has always been fine around other dogs her size but she hasn't had much exposure to any other dogs.

We have been trying to introduce the dogs but it seems like Roxy is scared of Ace. From the minute I walked into the house with Ace Roxy new something was up. We have had dog visitors before and she never acted this way. She stays away from me when I am close to Ace and shy's away when Ace approaches her. I have not neglected her at all, I love her so much and the main reason we got another Yorkie is so she has a friend.

If Ace is with me and Roxy comes up Ace is starting to growl or bark. I feel so bad for Roxy. Is this normal? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

P.S. I tried to upload pics but they were to large.

ace611 · 07-05-2008, 04:14 AM

Welcome to YT! It will take them a little bit to get used to eachother, they just need to adjust to the new changes. When we got our 2nd yorkie Bella my moms male Bazil wouldnt go near her for 2 weeks, now you would never know, they are best buddies. give them some time and they will come around

good luck

Judy in Waco · 07-05-2008, 04:30 AM

Gizmo is an only child, but it sounds like you've been given some great advice and will receive even more, I'm sure.

Welcome to YorkieTalk!

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Diego · 07-05-2008, 04:44 AM

Welcome to YT.

Gregdrose · 07-05-2008, 04:55 AM

Thanks to JudyinWaco I can now post pics!

C C Kent · 07-05-2008, 05:05 AM

I would recommend regularly holding her on your lap and letting him bounce around on the floor, reinforcing that she is the higher ranking family member. If she resents him they may not become friends. They will have to work out the pecking order for themselves but it sounds like she just needs to know she's not going to be second place. If she is confident in her standing she will be more likely to accept the new boy. It will take a little time for them to adjust to one another. Best of luck.

Riddicks Mommy · 07-05-2008, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by C C Kent

I would recommend regularly holding her on your lap and letting him bounce around on the floor, reinforcing that she is the higher ranking family member. If she resents him they may not become friends. They will have to work out the pecking order for themselves but it sounds like she just needs to know she's not going to be second place. If she is confident in her standing she will be more likely to accept the new boy. It will take a little time for them to adjust to one another. Best of luck.

I agree.. I read that when introducing a new dog or puppy into a family you must always have your first dog on your lap petting her while petting your second dog that is on the floor.. This shows that your first dog is the pack head and the second dog or pup that he/she is second..
Welcome to YT and congrats on your new pup...

KimberlySRN · 07-05-2008, 05:33 AM

Welcome to Yorkie talk!

yorkiesmiles · 07-05-2008, 11:00 AM

Welcome to YT!

Well Roxy's face says it all! Yep, she wonders what you've done to the household bringing that (cute) pup in.

Time will change everything - just keep loving her and let her know she is the queen

Judy in Waco · 07-05-2008, 12:35 PM

They are both precious! I agree with the others. Give it a little time and give her lots of love and attention.

hollywillis · 07-05-2008, 01:38 PM

Welcome,
I have had Darcy my pup for over 8 weeks now, and willis my 6 year old Yorkie has taken this long to accept her properly, It has been very gradual, but they are finally best of friends, They are constantly playing now.
It just takes time.

Patti · 07-05-2008, 03:58 PM

Just give her some time. Having brought 4 new puppies into a once single dog home at various times over the past 2 1/2 times it just takes some longer to accept. All 4 of mine get along fine now and sleep next to each other and play all the time. Your babies are darling. Roxy's face looks just like my Cali's when I brought Pixie home. It took her several weeks to loose that look. Just give Roxy lots of attention and she should adjust.

07-05-2008, 03:58 AM	#1
Gregdrose YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 3	Introducing a new Yorkie Hi I am new here. I have a 4 year old female Yorkie named Roxy and a couple days ago we got a male named Ace to keep her company. Roxy is a very submissive non aggressive 6 lb. dog so we told the breeder we would wait for a small male because we thought that would be the best fit. Roxy has always been fine around other dogs her size but she hasn't had much exposure to any other dogs. We have been trying to introduce the dogs but it seems like Roxy is scared of Ace. From the minute I walked into the house with Ace Roxy new something was up. We have had dog visitors before and she never acted this way. She stays away from me when I am close to Ace and shy's away when Ace approaches her. I have not neglected her at all, I love her so much and the main reason we got another Yorkie is so she has a friend. If Ace is with me and Roxy comes up Ace is starting to growl or bark. I feel so bad for Roxy. Is this normal? Any help would be greatly appreciated. P.S. I tried to upload pics but they were to large.

07-05-2008, 04:14 AM	#2
ace611 YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: So. IL Posts: 453	Welcome to YT! It will take them a little bit to get used to eachother, they just need to adjust to the new changes. When we got our 2nd yorkie Bella my moms male Bazil wouldnt go near her for 2 weeks, now you would never know, they are best buddies. give them some time and they will come around good luck __________________ Bella-Boo member of the Pink Club-Spoiled Rotten Club-Lil Heartbreaker Club TEAM EMMA

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Judy in Waco Gizzy's Best Friend Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 6,864 Blog Entries: 1	Gizmo is an only child, but it sounds like you've been given some great advice and will receive even more, I'm sure. Welcome to YorkieTalk! Photo resizing...If you need some help, just send me a private message. __________________ Gizmo's Judy Gizmo's dogster page http://www.dogster.com/dogs/566216 Pet Photo Charms, jewelry, mosaics and more www.jcollander.etsy.com

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C C Kent Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Missouri Ozarks Posts: 223	I would recommend regularly holding her on your lap and letting him bounce around on the floor, reinforcing that she is the higher ranking family member. If she resents him they may not become friends. They will have to work out the pecking order for themselves but it sounds like she just needs to know she's not going to be second place. If she is confident in her standing she will be more likely to accept the new boy. It will take a little time for them to adjust to one another. Best of luck.

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yorkiesmiles Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 6,959	Welcome to YT! Well Roxy's face says it all! Yep, she wonders what you've done to the household bringing that (cute) pup in. Time will change everything - just keep loving her and let her know she is the queen __________________ yorkiesmiles & Roxy - Queen of quite-A-Lot & Bubba - Ambassador of the Little Gentleman's Club *Conversation means being able to disagree and still continue the discussion.*

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Judy in Waco Gizzy's Best Friend Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 6,864 Blog Entries: 1	They are both precious! I agree with the others. Give it a little time and give her lots of love and attention. __________________ Gizmo's Judy Gizmo's dogster page http://www.dogster.com/dogs/566216 Pet Photo Charms, jewelry, mosaics and more www.jcollander.etsy.com

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hollywillis Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: suffolk england Posts: 86	Welcome, I have had Darcy my pup for over 8 weeks now, and willis my 6 year old Yorkie has taken this long to accept her properly, It has been very gradual, but they are finally best of friends, They are constantly playing now. It just takes time. __________________ IN loving memory of Holly R.I.P

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Patti Donating YT 10000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 17,838	Just give her some time. Having brought 4 new puppies into a once single dog home at various times over the past 2 1/2 times it just takes some longer to accept. All 4 of mine get along fine now and sleep next to each other and play all the time. Your babies are darling. Roxy's face looks just like my Cali's when I brought Pixie home. It took her several weeks to loose that look. Just give Roxy lots of attention and she should adjust. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : Maya's Mom RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html