I have a 27 lb, 2 yr old male Boston, not fixed, and just got an 8 wk old female pit bull pup. He is tolerating her in the same room and even gets within 3 ft of her, but she wants attention from him and wants to cuddle, but he growls and shows his teeth. We have had other aggression issues with him in the past with larger dogs. Does anyone have any advice or hints to help him get use to her quickly? Please do not recommend getting him fixed, I'm planning to get her fixed!!
2006-07-11 09:05:51 · 14 answers · asked by flowersbassett 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I'm not irresponsible!! I LOVE all my animals equally!
dcj2404, itilian_2, baylerashton.., and a_phantoms_rose understands what I'm saying!! THANKS!!!!
2006-07-11 09:27:33 · update #1
They haven't established their social hierarchy yet, probably since you just brought in the new dog. They need time to sort it out. Don't interfere with them if he growls at her. This is his way of telling her that he's in charge. If you do interfere, especially to scold or do something else to stop him, this will only cause him to dislike her even more. Only if things get out of hand, and they are about to get into a fight should you separate them. Always feed your Boston first. The higher a dog's ranking, the sooner he eats. Feed your pup second to show her that he is higher ranked than her. If you are petting your pup, and he comes along, pet him. If they do get into a fight (with no major injuries), (and this will sound weird, but it is absolutely 100% true) do not console the loser, but rather praise the winner. If there are major injuries, rush them both to the vet! (dur!) If he feels his rank is jeopardized, it will not end up good. As long as he is only growling and not escalating it any further, there shouldn't be any worries. That's all a natural part of canine communication, and they should be left to sort it out themselves.
The next time you bring in a new dog, and you already have a current dog(s), before the day of the new dog's arrival home, try to get the new and current dogs together on neutral ground as much as possible. This will help them get to know each other beforehand instead of having the arrival of a completely new dog drive your current dog(s) overterritorial.
2006-07-11 10:24:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Dogs have a system they live by .
Your first dog is upset and afraid he will lose your love and attention now.
He is feeling threatened. The first dog is your "Alpha" Dog, or the primary dog. He should have the most attention, be fed first and be made to feel that he is #1.
For example, if she approaches and you are petting him, tell her" get back I'm petting ____now". Be sure that she stays back and that she understands her position as #2.
If they get into an actual fight, it will be very hard to retrain them. So you much do some reading now on dogs and how to train them.
Take them both for a ride in the car. Anything they can do together when they are not on their territory will make them closer.
Never leave down any foods or bones they might fight over, and don't leave them alone. It could be a disaster.
Giving them treats together like dog biscuits is good. And when you feed them, have quite a distance between their bowls so they can't fight over food.
Watch them when they eat, and do not let either of them eat the others food, but do let him lick her bowl after she finishes.
Praise them when they re good.
Good luck to you!
2006-07-11 09:16:12 · answer #2 · answered by a_phantoms_rose 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try calling a class for dogs and see if they can help you.
I know it's an issue because she is coming into HIS house... they tell you dogs should always meet on Mutal grounds like a park or a friends house for the first time.
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2016-12-10 08:05:05 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-07-11 09:12:13 · answer #5 · answered by Kissingbythesea 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they will work it out just be firm with your commands if you think they are getting too aggressive make them split up for a minute, I have 3 dogs and got them all at different times and they had their little territory and authority issues but they naturally pack so they will eventually see that its you that is the leader not one of them and be just fine, hang in there.
2006-07-11 09:09:03 · answer #6 · answered by dcj2404 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put their food dishes right next to each other and feed them at the same time... for dogs to eat together is to bond together. Give it a shot, it might not work in the beggining but overtime they will respect each other.
2006-07-11 09:10:09 · answer #7 · answered by Kevin M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try letting them play together someplace other than in your house, (where your Boston will feel threatened to defend his turf). But it is better for the situation, and for the dogs, to have them both fixed.
2006-07-11 09:09:44 · answer #8 · answered by JeffyB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pet both of your dogs at the same time and tell the both good boy or good good girl so the wont be jealous and thay well learn to like each other i have 8 dogs and thay now get along
2006-07-11 09:11:53 · answer #9 · answered by baylerashton@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
untill you get her fixed when one growls put it in a differant room
for about 30 min. then bring it out then it should teach it a lesson
do it every time they growl . and if you leave them home alone
put them in different rooms
good luck
2006-07-11 09:11:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋