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greeniis · 11-09-2008, 06:55 PM

I've tried a forum search, but the function doesn't seem to be working.
I have 3 Yorkies: Lucky, a 10 year old male, Lily, an 8 year old female (both neutered, and a new 11 week old puppy.
First, we do not let them play together unsupervised at all. Both the older dogs are very "low energy" normally, and sleep a lot.
Lucky is "tolerating" the puppy fairly well- he will lick her and allow her to creep into her crate. Lily had been ignoring her until yesterday, when she started to show some tension and signs of wanting to "attack" the puppy (the puppy is a real tiny at 15.5 ounces now). The older two are about 5 pounds each.
Tonight, Lily was on her leash, and tried to go after the puppy. I was able to keep her back because of the leash. A second time, she snapped at her.
I have tried to give the older two plenty of attention and special time, but I am concerned. How can I help this adjustment? I will be honest, the older two are not well socialized with other dogs. They never were. (My fault, entirely). I don't want to have to keep them isolated forever!
Any thoughts, anyone? I certainly appreciate your help! Thanks so much.

11-09-2008, 06:55 PM	#1
greeniis Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Midwest Posts: 35	Older Yorkie not accepting puppy; please help! I've tried a forum search, but the function doesn't seem to be working. I have 3 Yorkies: Lucky, a 10 year old male, Lily, an 8 year old female (both neutered, and a new 11 week old puppy. First, we do not let them play together unsupervised at all. Both the older dogs are very "low energy" normally, and sleep a lot. Lucky is "tolerating" the puppy fairly well- he will lick her and allow her to creep into her crate. Lily had been ignoring her until yesterday, when she started to show some tension and signs of wanting to "attack" the puppy (the puppy is a real tiny at 15.5 ounces now). The older two are about 5 pounds each. Tonight, Lily was on her leash, and tried to go after the puppy. I was able to keep her back because of the leash. A second time, she snapped at her. I have tried to give the older two plenty of attention and special time, but I am concerned. How can I help this adjustment? I will be honest, the older two are not well socialized with other dogs. They never were. (My fault, entirely). I don't want to have to keep them isolated forever! Any thoughts, anyone? I certainly appreciate your help! Thanks so much.