Quote:
Originally Posted by yougetthesmiles  Do you have any advice on how to introduce Lillie to Baby? I was worried about this as well. I know Baby will be very scared at 1st and on the other hand I know it's going to be hard on my friend to leave Baby. She knows she can come and see her anytime she likes. I'm just glad I can do this for her, and she knows baby will be very loved! |
First of all congrats on the new Baby. I am sure she will bring a ton of joy to your lives.
We are also getting a new pup soon, so I asked our dog trainer how we should introduce the dogs. She suggested that the dogs should meet a couple of blocks away from home, in neutral territory and play a little. You should choose a spot that is not a part of Lillie's daily walk though. A friend or relative could be holding Baby in the designated spot, and you would walk Lillie from home. Let them meet, and after they play a bit, walk back home together, as if Lillie is inviting her new friend over. This kind of introduction apparently reduces territorial issues.
I hope it's not too cold where you live
Good luck with everything.