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If your dog gets jealous of a new do how would you deal with it???? Also what is the best way to introduce the two |
I guess no one knows:rolleyes: |
I don't allow any acting up in this house! I have 5 inside dogs and 2 outside, and I bring the new ones in, I think this is the one way the other dogs know that this new one belongs here. Let the other dog know you're the "top" dog. I really don't know what to tell you, I have never in my life, had a problem with one of my dogs not accepting a new one |
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I have brought in 4 puppies/dogs into the house with an older dog over the past 3 1/2 years, each at different times. What worked for me was just bringing the new one in and putting them with the others. I always supervised them and when no one was home to watch the newest one was crated. I never had any issues other than when one was getting attention the others would run over for attention to. They all adjusted fine to the new one and figured out their pecking order themselves. I have one real laid back who is the oldest and one who is the pack keader and the newest one is like the little she devil. They do play rough at times and 2 pick on the laid back one but then 5 mintues later they are all snuggled up in a pile together. They say you should introduce them on neutral territory but most of mine were brought home at night in the winter so we just did it our way and it worked. The key is to supervise them and step in when necessary. |
The best way to introduce the two is to take them for a long walk. I am talking 20 minutes to half an hour. If two dogs walk together, they accept that they are part of the same pack. Then, when they are nice and tired, simply walk them into the house. Also, don't try to establish who is dominant between the dogs. They will sort out the pecking order on their own. Don't interfere when they are playing unless one dog is crying and the other won't let go. Usually, dogs will play and not realize that they are hurting the doggie until the doggie cries. Usually the dog will let go when the other one cries. Schedule one-on-one time for each of them. Separate training classes or walks, whatever suits you. If you see that there is tension and they are staring at each other, just get up and walk away. They will probably follow you and the tension will be gone. Oh, and if the older dog growls and snaps at the new doggie, don't do anything! The older dog is teaching the new one what the rules are. I recently did an article on adding a second dog, so this isn't my opinion, it is the opinion of a renowned dog behaviorist. Good luck! |
We brought Delilah home two weeks ago and I was wondering how Leo would react. So far, so good. They play together and they play hard. Leo is gentle with her and if he gets too rough, she lets him know and he backs off. I think you just need to make sure they both know YOU are in charge and won't allow any shenanigans. |
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