In general,
most puppies are tolerated well by older dogs from 8-12 weeks of age
. During this time they still sleep a lot and are not as crazy. Once they are about 3-4 months old, they usually get very energetic and rambunctious.
How do you get an older dog to accept a new puppy?
- Find a neutral territory. Before bringing your puppy home, take them and your senior dog to a neutral location. …
- Use a leash. Keep both dogs on a leash with someone calm at the other end. …
- Follow your dog's lead. Some dogs may warm up to one another faster than others.
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.
Are dogs happier with another dog?
Dogs are social animals and
usually happier around other dogs
, but a second dog will never be a substitute for inattentive, absent or too busy owners.
Do older dogs get jealous of new puppies?
Many older dogs will be upset, jealous, or even angry with a new puppy
, especially if the older dog has been an only dog. It's going to be important to make sure the older dog gets lots (more than normal) of attention to alleviate potential hurt feelings.
Should I let my older dog growl at my puppy?
Don't suppress the older dog's growl
A growl
, and air snap to tell the puppy that he's crossed boundaries are normal. If, however, your older dog truly seems aggressive to the puppy, get professional help. Don't let them be together until any issues have been resolved.
What do I do if my dog doesn't like my new puppy?
Try to give your adult dog other things to do, particularly relaxing things like nosework, training games, and impulse control games
. When your dog doesn't like puppies, you need training.
- Swap scents.
- Use a Howdy crate.
- Meet in a neutral area.
- Take parallel walks.
- Play training games.
- Help adversaries become allies.
What is the best age to get a second puppy?
What's the age of your current dog? Many breeders recommend that your first dog be
at least one-to-two-years old
before you add a second to the family. If you have an old dog, he may not be physically able to play with or tolerate a pup.
Will my dog be jealous if I get another dog?
Your dog is used to being your companion, and
if there are other dogs that are taking you away, they are going to act upset, jealous, and even angry
. This new puppy is also on their territory, and they may feel like their life is in jeopardy. This behavior is perfectly normal.
Why you shouldn't get a second dog?
It's not that you absolutely shouldn't get a second dog because
the first guards resources so tenaciously
. It's that the two dogs will have to be fed in separate areas, and their highly valued toys and other things will have to be picked up rather than left around to potentially be the source of trouble.
Can dogs get depressed with new puppy?
Big life changes, such as a move to a new house, a new baby or a new pet, may also have an impact on a dog's emotions. Generally,
any significant change to your dog's daily routine may bring on symptoms of depression or anxiety
.
