sometimes I think we as humans intervene too much instead of letting the dogs work it out. Now, don't take that out of context, I don't mean letting one dog be aggressive or hurt another, but I mean observing more versus getting involved. Of course there is still a chance they will learn to like each other, they might not end up loving each other, but perhaps tolerating each other. Even in the dog world you can't force them to want to "hang out" together. So, if tolerating and getting along is good enough then great. Each dog is different, perhaps give it more time, then again, there is always that chance that they will just not get along and then a decision has to be made, its always the risk you take when introducting a new addition to the family. I truly hope it works out for your parents as I always hate to see an animal have to be re-homed.
Kathy |