How do I settle my older dog to a new puppy?
How do I settle my older dog to a new puppy?
What to Do Instead
- Do allow them to get used to one another at their own pace.
- Do introduce them to each other in a neutral area.
- Do allow them to escape to their crate if desired.
- Do feed them in separate areas.
- Do spend quality time with them separately.
- Do allow them to interact positively if desired.
How long does it take for an older dog to accept a puppy?
It can take up to one month for an old dog and new dog to really settle in and accept each other’s position in the pack. If you want a second dog, you need to be ready to commit to this process and not panic.
How can I get my dog to be calm around other dogs?
If your dog is uncontrollable about other dogs, there are still several things that you can do to help teach him to be a bit more polite:
- Don’t greet other dogs on leash.
- Avoid the dog park.
- Find good dog teachers.
- Teach your dog to focus near other dogs.
- Use hand targets to interrupt playtime.
Why does my dog get aggressive with puppies?
If your adult dog seems unusually aggressive toward puppies, veteran dog trainer Robert Cabral says that may be because they’ve had a bad experience with puppies in the past…or might not have any experience with them at all. Your dog may be triggered by their fast movements and unpredictable behavior.
How do I stop my dog from going crazy around other dogs?
Keep treating them as long as they are calm and try to create enough distance between you and the other dog so they don’t react. If your dog does react, calmly say “nope,” block them for a moment with your body, then turn and walk away from the other dog.
What if my dog hates the new puppy?
Use indoor room separating gates or baby gates, dog crates, closed doors, and tethers to give the dogs space from each other. Don’t just let your dogs “work it out” – if the puppy is pestering the adult, the puppy needs to take a break. If the adult is getting irritable, give her a break!