I too was wondering this very same thing almost 1 month ago. Couver's Mom gave great advice to me. It does take time. I don't think the size matters. the resident dog is used to being an "only child"- and then here comes a sister or brother.
I can honestly say, my 4 year old resident male dog ignored the second dog for days, looked at her (she's 6 years) as if nothing in this world could get on his nerves more. Then they both over a period of 2 weeks, exchanged a few growls here and there, but nothing serious, a growl and on about their business. I'm not saying they are best buddies but I can see slowly that they are "warming up to each other".
My boyfriend and I engage them both in play, she loves balls, he loves squeeky toys. They both get the same amount of attention and they are working it out between them.
I think time is the best answer. |