I recently had the same dilemma . I felt the need to enrich my Zoeys life with another. 17 months apart, both come from same parents , both females. No it does not take away from you . I was told the same, but your first still wants you and still wants to play. Only thing is the adjustment period ....zoey is my first and didn't welcome with open arms. Not aggressive mind you but a lot of posturing and stares. Definetly had to be between them when together AND playing with BOTH at the same time. It has been almost 2 months and I don't feel confident leaving them alone together. Izzy has her pen when we leave.but zoey loves to play now and lays on the floor to tussle. Izzy still likes to nip but has come to an understanding what is accepted and what is not. They both chase balls together and most of the time izzy likes Zoeys favorite and zoey will let her have it. .....but 2 different personalities. Zoey is laid back and docile, Izzy is a go getter and sassy. Zoey eats better now and is more active and alert than when she was by herself. ...and wants to keep playtime the same...she won't joinin when I am holding Izzy or try to include her though. Won't sleep together but am trying to encourage to lie together at nap time ......
Just have to know when the first one needs a break from the playful little baby with shark teeth. ...... |