We have 2 yorkies, very small, and this January we decided to get a black labrador puppy. It was very difficult getting the small dogs used to the big dog and vice versa. The big dog thought he was small and the small dogs thought they were big. It takes constant supervision (NEVER EVER leave them alone together) and alot of training on the part of the big dog to make sure the yorkies don't get hurt. One thing that has really helped us is that the yorkies are allowed on the couch and bed but the lab is not. I want the yorkies to have some sort of safe haven from the big dog. If the yorkies get tired of playing or the lab starts playing too rough, the yorkies can just run and jump on the couch. It really helps alot. |