I have an 8-9 year old female Golden Retriever (Molly) that appears to really miss her younger companion that passed away five weeks ago (Katie). Both females were spayed and Katie was about two years old and a Golden mix, and both dogs I acquired from animal shelters. I was wondering if I got another dog as a replacement, would it be at all possible if Molly would think that Katie had returned, if I named her Katie and is a similar dog? I'm thinking she won't because of scent or other animal instincts but I was wondering if anyone else has experienced this. Also, ignoring the previous question, would it make too much difference in the sex of the new dog as far as 'getting along' with each other? I've heard that males want to be dominant, and if I get a male it will be much younger than Molly which could present a problem. Stick with a female? Thank you!
2007-02-27
02:27:23
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