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08-19-2013, 07:20 PM | #1 |
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| Could we have a special needs? Ok, I think I know the answer to this but I have to ask anyways. There is a yorkie that has grabbed my heart a little bit but he is special needs. He has minor hydrocephalous but is about 2 and has not had any major issues with it. He is also only about 5 pounds. I just saw this little guys face and my heart melted. Sadly I think Molli might be too much for him. She often plays with Chibi pretty rough but I think when we get a yard she might not have as much pent up energy. The long walks help her calm down and I can tell her to be gentle and sometimes that helps. What do you guys think? Can a hydro dog live with a rambunctious wild child or is that just asking for trouble?
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08-19-2013, 07:22 PM | #2 |
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| My first instinct is to say it would be too much....but, if this pup is being fostered by someone they should be able to advise you. These things are difficult to say unless you really know the pup.
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08-19-2013, 08:37 PM | #3 |
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| Molli is full of energy,but as she grows older she is settling down. There are always several months between times when I see her and she has really changed. I do think that you would have to be very careful. Possibly an expen for a time for the little fellow,so Molli and Chibi can get used to him. This is the same thing you would do if you were taking any tiny baby to your house. Listen to your heart,you will know what to do. |
08-20-2013, 03:09 AM | #4 |
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| Yes, difficult but not impossible. What if Chibi were to develop a similar problem? Molli would have to learn how to behave around him and you would constantly need to be on high alter. Same difference. It will take dedication and it will get old, but there is no reason to decide against it if you're up for it. All owners of multiple dogs need to be willing to crate (or xpen) and rotate if needed..
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08-20-2013, 05:38 AM | #5 |
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| Hydro Dog Yes, it is possible they can live together providing your others aren't aggressive. I have two (unrelated) who socialize with my others. One of the little girls (7 years old) is very spirited and the others don't bother her at all. She can protect herself very well. Just because he has hydro (unless it is a severe case that actually disables him) doesnt mean they cant get along or play with others. Mine do beautifully. I do not leave them with the others when I am gone. The two girls are both small and I always supervise and usually on weekends they are out with the others all weekend. One has impaired hearing and the other has limited sight.
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