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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom  I would just introduce slowly and with caution...ie, put a leash on Bentley and the puppy when introducing so that you have control of the situation and slowly allow them to sniff noses etcetera. It may take time and patience, but I'm sure Bentley will calm down after the initial adjustment settles. |
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Originally Posted by Yorkiemom1 Dont ever leave them alone together, until Bentley fully bonds with the puppy! I always kept the dog that was there first, number one in the chain! Always made that pup feel like they were still the most important one, most loved one, and that this new puppy was not going to be a threat in any way....still made special time with established pup, lots of lap time and loving and treats......I even thought if I would give the "old timer" a favorite treat whenever I brought the new resident into "our" presence/group, this new pup would suddenly become an unexpected source of treats, so maybe that new pup was not so bad after all!! It seemed to work for us around here! |
You can help Bentley by working with him ahead of time using the same methods when preparing a family dog for the arrival of a newborn baby. You have the advantage of your breeder being near by, so If possible, I would provide him/her with a blankie for your new pup- the idea is to get her scent all over the blankie which you will present to Bentley several times a day. Each time Bentley takes a sniffs reward him with a high value treat. This will sensitize him to associate her scent with something positive.