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06-16-2007, 10:44 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Arlington, TX
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| Natalie unsure of new puppy Hi. I have a lovely little yorkie who is almost 2. I really wanted her to have a companion, my husband disagreed, said she was a people dog, but needless to say, Natalie now has a little friend. We picked up a 12 week old maltese last night and I need some advice on how to get them to be friends. The breeder let us bring Natalie over last Monday to see how they would do with each other and Natalie was shy but OK. She hasn't been around very many dogs so we were a little concerned. We brought Lilli home and she was comfortable right away, she would go after Natalie to play. Natalie would then chase the puppy and check her out but after this goes on for a few minutes, Natalie gets real excited and starts to growl at the puppy. I know one has to be the dominant one, but how can I tell if it is just play or if she would hurt the puppy. I know it will take a little time, I just want everyone to be happy and no one to get hurt. Thanks.
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06-16-2007, 10:56 AM | #2 |
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| Hi Debbie, welcome to YT!! Your situation sounds alot like mine was a little over a year and half ago. Only I brought a baby Yorkie into my home with my 11 year old Maltese, who has always been a people more than dog person. I would give it time, and be sure to pay extra attention to your Natalie so she doesn't feel left out. New puppys usually require a lot of our attention It took my Maltese a good 3 months to be "comfortable" with AprilLove, and now they are like sisters. I was worried at first too, because my Maltese would growl at April when she wanted to play and I would wonder if she might hurt her. I was always with them when they were together never leave them unsupervised. In hindsight, I guess I really did rely on how well I know my girl (the Maltese) and I knew she couldn't hurt her, it wasn't in her personality. If you go out, separate your puppy from Natalie. In time, you will know when they have figured out their places in your home. Remember, this is like a big change for your Natalie if she has been your only pup in the house until now. Once she realizes the puppy is there to stay, I am sure it will all work oout for you. Good luck! and keep us posted, would love to see pics of your new pup, I LOVE Maltese too!!!! PS, I forgot to add, don't try to push their relationship, let them develop it.
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06-16-2007, 10:56 AM | #3 |
Kodi & Pixie 2 Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: NEBRASKA
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| Take it slow and make sure to give Natalie Extra Loving she may feel a little left out if not. do not leave them alone for a while. and praise good habits. |
06-16-2007, 11:03 AM | #4 |
Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: California
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| Sounds like you are going through exactly what I'm going through I have Bella who is one and I just brought home a 12 week old Biewer puppy. I thought Bella needed someone to play with.... I brought Izzie home yesterday and so far she barely looks at Bella. Bella just stays back and trys to sniff her. No growling though. I think it just takes time
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06-16-2007, 11:11 AM | #5 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Arlington, TX
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| Thanks, I have setup separate exercise pens next to each other for when I am not around so they can be close but not threatened. My husband and I are being very attentive to Natalie. When I bought new toys (chewing) for Lilli, I also bought new toys for Natalie. I wanted her to feel special too, which she is. Our biggest concern is that she is possessive of whoever she is with. If she is with my husband, she will growl at me, and if she is with me she growls at my husband. We have been working on de-sensitizing her so that if I come by her when she is with him, it isn't just to brush or bathe her. Her dependancy on us is one of the reasons I believe she needs a doggy companion. I just don't know at what point her growl is more threat than play? This is the only picture that I have been able to get of both girls. Don't be fooled by the direction Natalie is heading, as soon as the puppy reaches her they turn around and go the other way.
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06-16-2007, 11:18 AM | #6 |
My Three Hearts Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wrapped around their paws :-)
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| Oh my goodness, look at that little white fluff of hair!!!! I'll never forgot the day my BitsyRoo (maltese) sat in my hand for the first time and wagged her little tail at me and licked my nose!!! Oh the memories. Your Natalie is a little doll too!!! Great pic
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06-16-2007, 11:49 AM | #7 |
Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois
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| I have no experience here, as I've always had a one dog house. But wanted to mention, that our first Yorkie, Spencer did just as you said...if either my husband or I were holding him...he would snarl at the other. He didn't seem to want to share the love...Maybe the new puppy will help with this, good luck with both your babies, they are so cute.
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06-16-2007, 12:41 PM | #8 |
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| Hi, iam also going thur the same thing here, i have karleigh, who is almost 3 & charlie who is alomst 3 and joey who just turned 2, now i have molly 12 wks. they all still adjusting, when the older ones play they can get a bit rough, there has been a few growls , but i let them no right from the start that she is here to stay and be nice.I supervise them at all times, i make sure they all go out together and eat at the same time, get treats at the same time....the hard part is having 4 on my lap at one time not a easy thing to do, but i do it,i show them all the same attention good luck to you.
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06-16-2007, 12:48 PM | #9 | |
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06-16-2007, 12:49 PM | #10 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: California
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| It sounds like you're doing everything just right! It takes time, some longer than others, but eventually they'll get used to each other, and probably be good friends too! I'm not positive about the growling, but maybe you could just tell her not to do it? I'm pretty sure you don't want that going on in your house... Good luck, and your babies are gorgeous!
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06-16-2007, 03:11 PM | #11 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: USA
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| I just want to say how absolutely adorable your two babies are!! Give it time...Your yorkie will realize that the maltese baby is here to stay. Sometimes it takes a couple of weeks or even a couple of months, but they will be best friends in no time. Try not to act tense around them though, because your yorkie can probably sense that. Good luck!
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