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My 12 y/o "Mozart" sulked for several weeks when we added Abigail to our family. I was really starting to worry about him, as he hid in the bedroom all day - only coming out for water (barely ate) - refused to join in play, and completely stopped giving me the little flick-kisses he'd given all his life.
Then, one day, he peeeeeeped around the corner of the kitchen and sauntered in the den - for a FEW minutes. But, it was a start! <g> Abbie, being a puppy - and a YORKIE at that - just could not fathom that anyone might not like her, or her boisterous attentions!
Anyway, with much coaxing and encouragement, "Mo" has returned to his old self. I nearly cried the first time he gave me a flick-kiss as he walked by. That's when I knew he'd forgiven us for bringing 'that THING' into his house! LOL He still looks at her as though he's been infested with 'yorkie'.
All that to say: be prepared for various reactions from the resident pooch. He may accept the newcomer right away - be a little snippy, while establishing boundaries, or become depressed for awhile. Just give be sure the Boston feels included, and set aside special times just for him. |