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bchboy · 06-12-2006, 09:09 AM

From Experience.....but mine may not be like yours.

Treat them as if they were your baby.

My first Yorkie puppy, years ago, was introduced to our 100+ lb mix breed while the big dog was commanded to stay and lay down. That gave the Yorkie the advantage.

Tried it again this week with our newest Yorkie and the big dog acted good again.

But, I have another big 80 lb mix, much younger and playful who doesn't like the lay down and stay command. Anyway, he did lay down but got spooked by the puppy and took off.

Since then the Yorkie puppy's only interaction is usually done via looking at them thru a fence. She hugs my ankles, so to speak. Also, I'm careful to not let the older male Yorkie (BooBoo) out with her when either of the big dogs are out. He likes to attack them for fun but with her in the mix it may turn into real trouble.

06-12-2006, 09:09 AM	#4
bchboy Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NC Posts: 30	Big Dog Intro Suceeded From Experience.....but mine may not be like yours. Treat them as if they were your baby. My first Yorkie puppy, years ago, was introduced to our 100+ lb mix breed while the big dog was commanded to stay and lay down. That gave the Yorkie the advantage. Tried it again this week with our newest Yorkie and the big dog acted good again. But, I have another big 80 lb mix, much younger and playful who doesn't like the lay down and stay command. Anyway, he did lay down but got spooked by the puppy and took off. Since then the Yorkie puppy's only interaction is usually done via looking at them thru a fence. She hugs my ankles, so to speak. Also, I'm careful to not let the older male Yorkie (BooBoo) out with her when either of the big dogs are out. He likes to attack them for fun but with her in the mix it may turn into real trouble.