A little history first...
My Male Sneakers is 3yo/12lbs now.
My Female Becca is 1yo/7lbs now.
They are Brother/Sister, and Becca arrived when she was 11 wo.
Sneakers took to her immediately, I think he thought she was HIS puppy
Both are what I would call "Nibblers", not "Gobblers" with their food, and we leave their food out 24/7, and they always eat together (at the same time).
Now, here's the question about tipicality...
When I first witnessed this, i couldn't hardly believe it, and had to watch them for several days. They have decided to eat (their main meals) at about 4am and 4pm, and ALTERNATE getting a bite to eat ! One steps up to the bowls, takes a bite, steps back and chews, while the other moves up, gets his bite, then moves back to let the other get a bite. No rushing or pushing ever ! ! !
I am just AMAZED at this level of politeness, and wonder...
Is it a Bro/Sis issue, a Parent/Offspring, a Male/Female, Older/Younger ?
With those of you who have multiple animals, have you seen this type interaction demonstrated with yours ? Or, do I just have two of the most well mannered Dogs around ?