it sounds like you have had them both for a while, I hate to say it but is sounds like Scooter would have preferred to be an only dog. Everyone always tells me how dogs like to be in packs but I don't believe that is true with every dog, I know one time after 8 months I had to rehome a puppy I had brought into my house because my 3 yr old yorkie would have nothing to do with the younger dog and was making life miserable for the puppy, us and himself. You have had your dogs much longer so I am assuming it is probably not an option for you to rehome Jilly. What I would do is spend time alone with each of them, take Scooter into a room where you can close the door and play without interference from Jilly and put Jilly in a place that she can not be barking and scratching at the door, perhaps if she likes bones or bully sticks she could have that while you have one on one with Scooter. Take Scooter on walks and to the park whenever you can, sounds like Jilly does not like that anyway. Perhaps if scooter is comfortable eating on her own, use that time to play in another room with Jilly, but keep the door closed so each dog gets play time without the other one butting in. Same thing at bed time, ask your husband to pick up Scooter so Jilly can't push her away. For some reason I guess from your posts I really feel sorry for Scooter because it sounds like she is both afraid and frustrated by Jilly pushing her out of the way so she just gives up. I think lots of along time for Scooter and mommy will be very good for the both of you and help build up Scooters self esteem. LOL I will keep your situation in mind the next time I get a little urge to bring Lola home a little sister. |