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Originally Posted by susan lynn  I have 4 yorkies, they are close in age, Tessie is 2 1/2, Hobbes is 6 weeks younger, Calvin will be 2 in Sept. and Sassy will be 1 in August. The first 3 did great together, I just made sure I didn't give more attention to the new puppy. I never left them alone until I knew they were ok. The first 3 did great together. But when I brought Sassy home I was afraid they were going to hurt her,they were so aggressive towards her. I never left her with the other dogs. I think it was because she was a female. It took a while but now they get along good. Actually she thinks she is the boss. |
The pups will never be alone together until we know they are completely cool with one another.
I know we can't favor Ms. Harlie. I never would anyway because I love Rylie so much!
We will treat them equally, with small favor toward Rylie (the older and the alpha comparatively). She will get fed first, given treats first, leashed first, etc.
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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots Are you sure you are supposed to take the older pup out and let the new one roam the house? I haven't heard of that and to me, it sounds intrusive to the older pup. But what the heck do i know? 
What I've been told and what worked for us is having the 2 dogs meet on neutral grounds, meaning not in the house. This way they can feel comfortable around each other without one feeling defensive or uncomfortable.
When Max came into the house I made sure that we gave Cooper almost all of our attention. The key is to not let your current dog feel that he/she is not the alpha. You definitely don't want jealousy. |
I know it sounds crazy right? But, I'm 90% sure I read that and I'm 80% sure it was posted by Mardelin in that thread
I will see if I can try to dig it up again. It is really bugging me that I can't find it.
I'm wondering where we could have them meet because Harlie won't be fully vaccinated? I would worry having her out somewhere and catching something. I get the premise though!
Right, do everything for Rylie first!
Good news is that she's my baby and I'm her favorite. I imagine it will be similar with my mum and Harlie.
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Originally Posted by Patti I have heard your should let them meet on neutral territory like outside. Each time I brought a new one in it seemed to be winter or night time. I just brought the new one home and the others would sniff them and follow them around. I never had any problems but I never left them alone together until the new one was housebroken. I just made sure the others got plenty of attention. You also may want to give a new toy to your older one to distract her. I can imagine how excited you must be!! |
Can I have Harlie outside even though she isn't fully vaccinated?
That makes me nervous I must admit. We didn't let Rylie out until she had all her shots.
The toy is a good idea. Luckily, I have a bunch of new toys stockpiled (I don't give her everything I buy all at once to keep things fresh). I will get one out when Harlie comes home.
We are so excited!!!!!
It is all the suspense of getting a pup all over again.