i am having the same problem and cannot really seem to find an answer.
i have a 5 year old lab/jack Russell terrier mix (that is our best guess, we adopted her from the pound) and we just brought home an 8 week old Boston/jack Russell terrier hybrid and Leci (the older dog) runs from the new little puppy (Khia).
Khia loves Leci and tries playing with her, and Leci either cowers behind one of us or tries to climb up on the highest part of the couch (on which she obviously does not fit).
Leci does not get aggressive when the dog eats her food or lays on her bed, or even plays with her raw-hide bones. She just runs away.
What can I do to help Leci adapt to the new puppy?
Leci was not very well socialized at all when she was growing up. She has had a few kittens in her time and loved them, though. They used to curl up and sleep together.
Please, any help would be great.
Thank you
If the older dog allows it - yes.
You should stop feeding your dog puppy food when it reaches about 1 year. A typical puppy will reach adult size when its about 8-12 months.
A Puppy Dog.
as a puppy thats why when people are sad they use the phrase puppy dog eyes
an immature dog is call a puppy,puppy start from the time of birth to maturity.
If the older dog allows it - yes.
A puppy can get jealous of an older dog but dont worry there can be a way like make the puppy be happy with somthing and distract them by somthing that will make them happy and not the older dog jealous.
It is possible for an older dog to hurt a puppy, especially if the older dog is not properly socialized or has aggressive tendencies. It is important to monitor their interactions and intervene if necessary to ensure the safety of the puppy.
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It is probably trying to dominate. Because the puppy is younger, the older dog wants to show it that they, (the older one) are the boss.
Absolutely, I would not let a bunch of kids loose in a nursing home to beat up old people, just isn't right. An older dog may put up with quite a bit from a puppy and not react. They also may get fed up and do some significant damage to the puppy if pushed too far. Most dogs will figure things out on their own. If you have a puppy antagonizing an older dog to the point it is drawing blood you are not doing either dog a favor. The puppy will not learn to stop when it has gone too far and the older dog will be stressed out. Correct the behavior whenever you see it in a firm voice and isolate the dog for a time. If you are not able to be with the dogs to supervise do not let them interact in case the behavior continues. Eventually the puppy will respect the older dog.
Well, when my golden retriever was 2 years old, I bought a miniature pinscher puppy. From what I noticed, the best way to introduce them is by holding the puppy in your arms and slowly allowing the older dog to sniff the puppy, but don't rush it or the puppy will get scared. Also, have someone standing behind the older dog in case he attacks or something, if your dog is temperamental. As long as you take it slow, there (hopefully) shouldn't be a problem :)
do u have a dog or a puppy well anyway you can buy puppy grass that the dog/puppy will pee on like grass outside..... older dog I'm not so sure about did the best i could.
Cause its scared of the other dog.
As long as the two dogs have 3 hearts, and they are very happy when together, they can have a puppy.
It is possible for an older dog to hurt a puppy, especially if they are not properly introduced and supervised. It is important to monitor their interactions and provide guidance to ensure a safe and positive relationship between them.
show the dog that there is nothing to be scared of...