This is interesting because one of the characteristics of a Bichon is that they get along very well with other animals including cats.
My Bichon loved my one dog and one of my cats to death. I lost them both this last year and my Bichon was lonely and just not his friendly playful self for a long time.
I brought my new Yorkie pup home and my Bichon didn't know what to think. He stayed out of the new pups way for several days and then decided that the puppy is okay and now they play constantly. My Bichon is 21 pounds and the new little puppy is 4 pounds. And, believe it or not, it is the puppy that is too rough.
My Bichon is a little different than most Bichons. He's shy. This is not typical for a Bichon. But he is also loving and gentle. He loves everyone - children, my family, my neighbors, and any other animal he comes in contact with. He is four years old and I have heard him growl only once in his life.
He was jealous of the new little puppy at first, but all he did to let me know that he was jealous was just spend more time in my lap kissing my face.
I don't know what to tell you - but I do know you can't bring a little puppy into your house, if a dog you already have can't get along with it. And your first responsibility is to the dog you already have.
Good luck! Carol Jean |