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Originally Posted by komutanon  I am possibly bringing home a shih tzu puppy today to be a little brother to my morkie, Kimchee. Any advice on how to make this introduction go smoothly?
I am a little worried because Kimchee is very territorial and also possessive of my wife. Of course, she is used to being the center of attention because she's an only child. Also, she doesn't get along with other dogs very well. She enjoys the company of humans more. We only know 2 dogs that she likes in our neighborhood. Both are boys. One is a yorkie and the other is a shih tzu. She really doesn't like other girls.
We know this will be a challenge. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! |
Well, you are kind of taking a risk if you already know Kimchee doesn't get along with most other dogs. Hopefully, since this puppy is a male, she will come to accept him.
My tips:
1. Come into the house without the puppy and let Kimchee smell you and the puppy's scent on you for a minute or two.
2. Go get the puppy and bring it in - butt first. And, let Kimchee sniff it out.
3. Go into a neutral room if you have one (like one where the animals usually aren't allowed or that Kimchee doesn't go in very often).
4. All of you sit on the floor and let the two wander around and check each other out
5. If they appear to get along just fine, just let them be. BUT if there seems to be any angst with Kimche (where you feel the puppy is at risk), keep them separated when you aren't around. Gradually let them spend more and more time together (again - only if you feel harm is at hand)
6. IMPORTANT - Have a place where Kimchee can go/escape to get away from the puppy when she wants too.
7. MOST IMPORTANT - Always give things to Kimchee first from here on out. That means, Hellos, kisses, lovin, food, treats, out the door first, praise, etc.
Wishing you luck!
