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Lori New Member  Posts: 6 |
posted 02-10-2004 03:59 AM
 
What is the proper procedure for a new dog to be introduced to your old dog? I have a fear aggressive one and a half year old yorkie and just rescued a year old yorkie. I keep them separtated for the most part but really want to let them get to know each other. When the new dog, Max, is with my old dog, Buddy, he is always on a leash. Buddy, the fearful one is very interested in what Max is doing, so he will follow him around. Max wants to (play?) with Buddy so he runs after Buddy, trying to nip him. Buddy is very fearful and growls back at Max. I know that they are tyring to establish who is the alpha, but isn't it dangerous for them to bite each other? Should I let them do that, or keep doing what I'm doing now by saying "No!" to Max and pulling him off of a very uspset Buddy? IP: Logged |
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Jamiya Member  Posts: 1392 |
posted 02-10-2004 06:20 AM
Can you keep them separated by a baby gate, so that they can see each other but can't get at each other? Switch their toys back and forth, switch who is in which room, switch their beds, etc. This will help them get used to each other's smell. After a week or so, if they seem comfortable, perhaps you can try them together. I have been told taking them on walks together - on neutral ground - helps. I have also been told that the yard is less threatening for them than the house. When in the house, I would have them drag leashes, but don't restrain them unless you have to. A dog on a leash that can't run away is likely to be more aggressive than a dog off a leash. Whether or not you should let them work it out - I think that's a judgement call. They do need to establish pack rules, but you also need to make sure neither one gets hurt. Sometimes their fighting is all "show" and sometimes it is not. Probably someone other than me could answer that part better.
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PinkPoodleSparkles Member Posts: 67 |
posted 02-10-2004 07:47 AM
Well Jamiya answered the post really well, the exact same thing i was gonna say! About the biting. Sometimes they need to "bite" at each other a couple of times so the other knows how he feels. But that's just my opinion. I think alot of dogs bite a couple of times to show that they dont want to play, and then thats it.. they are all happy go lucky! But it is your choice!!! Sorry I wasnt that much help in that area!! Stephanie IP: Logged |
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Jamiya Member Posts: 1392 |
posted 02-10-2004 08:08 AM
I can't see them, so I can only guess. But I think the running and nipping at heels and growling back is fine. They will do that sort of thing. Snapping at each other is okay, too. Where I drew the line when I tried to introduce a new dog to my dog last week was when the new one had my dog pinned down and was snarling and biting at her while she yelped and tried to get away. That was time for me to step in. Unfortunately, he never led up to that point - he was either calm and ignoring her or beating the crap out of her. Your case sounds much better. Let them work it out, but make sure you are right there to break it up if it seems someone is going to get hurt. Don't make the situation worse with food, toys, etc. You don't want them to think they have to compete for resources. Feed them separately for now. Play with each one separately where the other can see you, and if they tolerate it also play with them together. Make sure they always have an escape route. Confining or restraining one will make him react. The yard or a large room might be a good place. And I would have them dragging leashes.
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Lori New Member Posts: 6 |
posted 02-10-2004 12:43 PM
Well, as hard as it is for me to do, I let the two of them go at it, and much to my surprise, my shy, timid, Buddy, held is own as I cheered him on! For the last 30 minutes, the new dog, Max, has stayed out of his way. How did you all get so smart! Thank you so much for your wonderful advice. It's nice to know that there are many great dog owners out there who give good advice. IP: Logged |
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susan_cude@hotmail.com Member Posts: 813 |
posted 02-10-2004 12:49 PM
What a nice thing to say!!!! I agree! love this site! IP: Logged |
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