Most adult dogs with good temperaments will growl or snarl at recklessly playful puppies in order to set boundaries of acceptable behavior. This is normal and is actually a positive thing. However,
never allow a puppy and an adult dog to be left alone together
, for the safety of both dogs.
Will my puppy and older dog ever get along?
You should expect that your older dog will not enjoy the puppy a lot from the age of 4 to 16 months. Around the 18 month mark many puppies slow down considerably and mature. Then
your older dog will likely get along with the puppy much better.
What do I do if my dog doesn't like my new puppy?
- Prepare your house prior to the puppy's arrival. …
- Swap scents. …
- Introduce them away from home base. …
- Make introductions slowly. …
- Walk the dogs together to get acquainted. …
- Slowly integrate them together in your house. …
- Feed them separately. …
- Manage all interactions.
Why doesnt my dog like my new puppy?
Your dog may act like they hate puppies, but that's not necessarily what's going on. There are a number of reasons an older dog might not want to deal with a puppy, from
their inability to read social and physical cues to the relentless invasion of your adult dog's personal space
.
How can I get my dog to like our new puppy?
- Consider Your Current Dog's Temperament. …
- Remove Any Dog Items to Prevent Tension. …
- Have a Friend Help With the Introduction. …
- Expect Your Dog to Give Corrections to Your Puppy. …
- Remember That Playtime Is Important. …
- Give Each Dog Some One-on-One Time With You.
How can I get my dog to bond with my new puppy?
- Tip #1: Have an Extra Set of Hands. …
- Tip #2: Have Separate Spaces for the Dogs for the First Week. …
- Tip #3: Reward Good Behavior. …
- Tip #4: Be Patient and Calm. …
- Tip #5: Be Aware.
Will my dog warm up to my new puppy?
Do not expect that the dogs will love each other at the first meeting. If they do, great, but
often it takes a while for one or the other to warm up
. If things are going well, though, and the dogs are at least tolerating each other, you can bring the new dog into the household.
Do dogs get jealous of new puppy?
New Pets.
Introducing a new pet may leave your dog feeling jealous
. The best way to avoid jealousy in your pet is to make sure that you're giving it enough love, exercise, attention and interaction, even if you have another pet at home.
Should I let older dog growl at puppy?
That precious puppy has to learn boundaries and how to behave, and the older dog is the one to teach him. But more than this,
it's wrong to punish the older dog for growling, as his behavior is completely natural.
Is my dog depressed because of new puppy?
Do Dogs Get Depressed When You Get a New Dog? As a pet owner, bringing a new four-legged family member home can be exciting! However, for your existing pups, they may need help adjusting to a new dog.
When introducing a new puppy or dog to your other dog(s), they can even exhibit signs of depression.
How do you know if your older dog likes a puppy?
Your old dog and new puppy might roughhouse, nip at each other, or wrestle a bit when they are getting to know each other
. This is normal and expected socializing behavior. It's how doggies say, “Hi, who are you?” If your older dog and new puppy seem excited or agitated around each other for a week or so, don't worry.
Why does my dog growl at new puppy?
You never know until you bring home a new puppy how your adult dog will react. Some adult dogs take to a new puppy right away, and others show their territorial side by barking and growling, which
can be OK if you are there to supervise and ensure no one gets hurt.
What is the best age gap between dogs?
The ideal age gap between dogs is that once your first dog has received all its basic training, it has matured to (at least be an older puppy). For many owners, this is
around two years of age
. It really is up to you whether you and how you are capable of raising your furry family.
