New Yorkie Pup - Help!!!!!

[mackenzie2270]

I had Sassy 6 month before I got Patti. This is what I did I washed Patti with the same shampoo as I washed Sassy in before I ever introduced them. My sis has a 5 year old female that does not except other dogs very well either. I think because they all smelled the same that is why they accepted her in to the group. They get all get along very well. I was told to do that by a breeder when you bring a new pup into the home. I don't know it worked for me but it might not work for every oe. Just a thought.

Linda, Sassy and Patti

[Rachael x]

Originally Posted by myyorkiesrock

The pet store operator told us different. They advised a companion pup increase life span by 2 to 3 yrs.

I just hope things turn out good. I love them both and will protect them both to my best ability. Hopefully Garrison comes around!

I was told by my vet that a pup can sometimes give an older dog a new lease of life, but im sure everyone has their own opinion on the matter.
Did you say you got him from a pet store? I would take him to a vet most puppies from pet stores come from mills.

[Elle]

Are they two boys VS a boy getting along with a girl (Ruby)? Have they both been nuetered already? The 7 year old needs puppy class either way. This will help his socializing. How are the living quaters? Is the 7 year old on higher ground?

[myyorkiesrock]

Awsome! Thank you. I'll try anything at this point. Just want my babies to be a family!

[Rachael x]

Originally Posted by myyorkiesrock

Awsome! Thank you. I'll try anything at this point. Just want my babies to be a family!

Did he come from a pet store?

[chachi]

Slowly play ball with them together take them on walks together, treat them together. I think Garrison will come around. Mine are 6 and I have added a cat and they accepted him in time

[Britster]

Originally Posted by myyorkiesrock

The pet store operator told us different. They advised a companion pup increase life span by 2 to 3 yrs.

I just hope things turn out good. I love them both and will protect them both to my best ability. Hopefully Garrison comes around!

I *don't* usually listen to pet store operators (they will lie and tell you your dog is coming from a great place when the truth is 99 percent of dogs in pet stores come from puppy mills). However lots of people on YT got their dog from a pet store because they didn't know better.

But I do tend to agree with this statement. My moms dog, though she was not "old" at 5 yrs old totally came to life again when I got Jackson (and living with my mother). It took her a good month to warm up but once she did, they played and played. She just loved it. Sadly, she passed away last year. This also happened with my uncles 13yr old Siberian Husky who had always lived by herself. She came back to life when she moved in with my aunt and her 7 year old Pittie and they became the best of friends.

I also want to add... take them for a walk together! Nothing bonds dogs more than a nice pack walk. Honestly, that probably should have been done first. You're supposed to introduce new dogs on neutral territory, like a park or something. Walking them together should bond them a bit closer.

[Rachael x]

I agree that you should take them on walks together ASAP.
Poppy and Jess seemed to bond more when they started going on walks, maybe because it was away from home and Jess didnt feel the need to protect her territory.

[Elle]

I didn't see the pet store comment prior to replying. I'm sure you would not get a puppy from a pet store if you had a clue about where the puppies come from. The parents live in cages suffering. I'm sure you mean well or you wouldn't be asking for help. It may be possible, it may not be. If you can return the puppy I would. But you aren't forced to. Your issue is your 7 year old and buying from a pet store puts you in worst shape. Keep them apart. A dog can get killed.

[Ladymom]

Is Garrison neutered? Two males dogs will fight so hopefully Garrison has been neutered. Make sure to get Jack neutered as soon as your vet thinks it's safe.

I personally wouldn't believe anything they tell you at a pet store. They are trying to make a sale.

[myyorkiesrock]

Jack did come from the pet store. My bf actually bought Garrison from the same store 7 yrs ago.

[Rachael x]

Originally Posted by myyorkiesrock

Jack did come from the pet store. My bf actually bought Garrison from the same store 7 yrs ago.

Although its great that Garrison seems healthy, please dont buy from a pet store again.
Most DO come from puppy mills and buying from them is supporting these evil people.

[Rhetts_mama]

The statement is probably true if you have a well socialized senior dog. The problem is, you don't. If there is any concern at all about him possibly hurting the puppy (vs just ignoring him) then it's in everyone's best interest to cough up the money and get a trainer in to your house ASAP. Allowing him to continue to be agressive towards the pup puts stress on his body (and health) and could end up causing behavioral/fear issues with the puppy.

Never leave them alone for a second. Even putting the puppy in a crate isn't protecting him- I've seen dogs bite and injure each other through cages.

Going for walks could help- but chances are since this is a pet store puppy, he's too young to have completed his full set of immunizations- so it's not safe for him to be outside yet.

[myyorkiesrock]

Originally Posted by Britster

I *don't* usually listen to pet store operators (they will lie and tell you your dog is coming from a great place when the truth is 99 percent of dogs in pet stores come from puppy mills). However lots of people on YT got their dog from a pet store because they didn't know better.

But I do tend to agree with this statement. My moms dog, though she was not "old" at 5 yrs old totally came to life again when I got Jackson (and living with my mother). It took her a good month to warm up but once she did, they played and played. She just loved it. Sadly, she passed away last year. This also happened with my uncles 13yr old Siberian Husky who had always lived by herself. She came back to life when she moved in with my aunt and her 7 year old Pittie and they became the best of friends.

I also want to add... take them for a walk together! Nothing bonds dogs more than a nice pack walk. Honestly, that probably should have been done first. You're supposed to introduce new dogs on neutral territory, like a park or something. Walking them together should bond them a bit closer.

Thank you so much for the encouraging words. I will definitely try the walking thing. I have been reading up on it and they do say the best way to introduce them is in a park, wide open spaces, not at home because it's territorial for the older dog.

[myyorkiesrock]

Originally Posted by Elle

Are they two boys VS a boy getting along with a girl (Ruby)? Have they both been nuetered already? The 7 year old needs puppy class either way. This will help his socializing. How are the living quaters? Is the 7 year old on higher ground?

They are both boys and Garrison has been nuetered. Garrison(7) sleeps with us in bed, but does have his own doggie cage that he sleeps in from time to time. The new pup has only spent one night with us and is being crate trained.