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Can my new puppy interact with my dog?
You’ll need to wait until your puppy is fully covered by their vaccines before they can meet most other dogs. By waiting, you will help to reduce the risk of them getting the nasty diseases that vaccines protect against.
How long does it take a dog to get used to a new puppy?
There are some things we can do to help them settle and feel safe in those first few days. Keep in mind though, that it generally takes about three weeks for a dog or puppy to start to feel ‘at home’ and to show their true nature.
Will an older dog hurt a puppy?
While many dogs will welcome a new puppy with open paws, many more will growl, snap and try to get away from the puppy from the onset. However, it is VERY rare for an adult dog to hurt a puppy.
Can a puppy play with an adult dog?
In order to have a normal, outgoing dog, let him play with the other dogs. Just make sure they have been vaccinated. Puppies need socialization, particularly once they’ve been weaned, which usually starts at three weeks and is over by eight.
Can my 12 week old puppy be around other dogs?
You should keep your puppy from meeting dogs you don’t know until they’ve received all of their vaccinations and your vet gives you the go-ahead. This means that walking them in public will have to wait.
Should I let my dog dominate my puppy?
Dogs do not live well in democratic societies, and so it’s important to respect the hierarchy to avoid aggression and confusion. This means that you should feed and pet the dominant dog first – even if it’s the new dog. Relinquishing the post of top dog can be hard on the older dog, but is usually harder on the owner.
Can my fully vaccinated dog meet a puppy?
Similarly, it should be safe for your puppy to meet older dogs of friends and family, provided they’re fully vaccinated, haven’t been exposed to unvaccinated dogs, and are known to be gentle with puppies.
Can my 8 week old puppy meet other dogs?
Q) When can my puppy meet other dogs? A) Puppies can meet vaccinated dogs at any age, but if the vaccination status of the other dog is unknown we advise that they don’t mix until 2 weeks after the second vaccination.
How do you introduce a puppy to an older dog?
Introducing Your Dogs
- 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 do I get my older dog to accept a new puppy?
Make sure your senior dog is given time separate from the new puppy and vice versa. Constant contact can be a recipe for conflict, and one way to head that off is to give each dog some alone time to relax. Both dogs need individual time and attention for themselves, away from each other.