Mike, maybe this would work....
Keep the boys separated with a baby gate for Jack's protection most of the time. They can continue to interact through the gate, but at least Jack will be safe. Continue to treat Eddie as the alpha. As you reinforce Eddie's alpha status, with time you can allow them to be together more and more, but under STRICT supervision only. Eddie will grow more secure in his alpha status and leave Jack alone.
I might be off base, but it makes sense to me, based on my understanding of doggie psychology. Maybe FirstYorkie can provide some insight.... |