I got two Maltese puppies (littermates) before I found out two means a lot more than double trouble. All the articles I read about advises against raising two at the same time. It scares the hell out of me. Although I stay home most of the time, I don't have a lot of time for them in the long run. Please share your experience if you have raised two littermates before.
2006-07-18 20:17:03 · 14 answers · asked by shajume 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
i have extensive experience raising multiple puppies in the house at the same time..I have to admit, that because of experience, it is likely easier for me, but never the less, i don't find it much harder than raising one...
The biggest drawback is that they compete.. it is harder to keep one's attention, to teach individually
The best feature is that they learn from each other..for instance, leash training..if one likes it, then both/all will like it...potty training, I just take them all/both out at the same time, as they are fed at the same time...obedience and manners, when one learns, they all witness the lessons, etc....they really do watch each other and learn...
Since I have been a breeder for 38 years, I have raised all my pups in doors, and taught them all good house manners , leash trained, and potty trained them before they leave my home..
I have kept 80 of them until they were at least 6 months old.
It is not hopeless, and 2 pups will keep each other occupied, and actually get into less mischief.
A tip is, to allow them to settle their own differences, as their relationship to each other must be worked out on their own..Don't show favoritism, and only interfere if one is really hurting the other.
Keep feeding on a schedule, so potty training is easier.
2006-07-18 21:20:08 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 11⤊ 2⤋
It really depends on the breed and character of the puppies as we have succesfully raised 3 littermates and they are 8 now.
There are good points and bad points to doing it though.
Firstly if you ever have to go out they will have company and not sit in the house alone awaiting your return. Also puppies have a lot of energy so it will ease the pressure on you a bit if they can chase each other and wear one another out.
They will probably settle better in their new home as they have someone familiar.
On the other hand they can be prone to fighting - which is why most people advise against it - and to be honest, mine have had their fair share of scraps but you just have to learn what triggers them and reduce the risk as much as possible.
All in all I would say it is a bonus to have two as if you have one that gets the hang of something - like toilet training - then the other will follow.
All the best !
2006-07-18 20:30:18 · answer #2 · answered by barneyboomagoo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Basic Training of the Puppy - Read here https://tr.im/SIjnC
The new puppy is certainly one of the most adorable and cuddly creatures that has ever been created. It is the most natural thing in the world to shower it with love and affection. However, at the same time it is important to realize that if you want to have a well trained adult dog, you need to begin the training process right away. The dog, like its related ancestor, the wolf, is a pack animal. One of the features of a pack is that it has a single dominant leader. Your new puppy is going to want that leader to be you, but if you do not assume that role from the very beginning, the puppy’s instincts will push him to become the leader.
The most important thing to remember about training the puppy during its first six months of life is that it must see you as the leader of the family pack. The essential thing is gaining the trust and the respect of the puppy from the beginning. You will not do this by allowing the puppy to do whatever it wants to do whenever it wants to do it. On the other hand, a certain amount of patience is required. Most people err in their early training by going to extremes one way or the other. Although you need to begin the basic training process at once, you can not expect your dog to do too much at first. Basic obedience training is fine and should include simple commands like sit, stay, and come. Remember that trying to teach the dog advanced obedience techniques when it is a puppy is much like trying to teach a five year old child algebra.
It is also important to restrain from cruel or abusive treatment of the puppy. You can not beat obedience into your dog, and it certainly is not going to engender feeling of respect and trust. House breaking is an area where this usually becomes a problem because of the anger that is triggered when the puppy fails and creates a mess inside the home. Although this issue must be addressed without anger, it most be addressed. If you allow the puppy to eliminate inside the house, it will continue to do so as an adult dog. The same thing is true of other destructive or dangerous behavior such as chewing and biting. Do not expect the puppy to grow out of it. You are going to need to train the puppy out of it, but you should do so firmly but with a sense of play and fun using positive reinforcement and lots of love and praise for good behavior.
2016-07-19 17:45:13 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We got 3 Maltese at home (A Father, A Mother, and a son). The Mother and father gota along just fine until the baby puppy came along. Because they are now 2 male and 1 female at home, and they always fight with each other to get the attention of the female, and worse of all the two male are now trying to gain teritories by peeing on what ever they sees. So, my suggesion is that it's ok to have 2 maltese, just that please dont' have 2 male at the same time.
2006-07-18 20:25:16 · answer #4 · answered by Ray 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I have 2 boxers brothers they are 4 now and its hard work but great fun and they keep each other amused but on the down side twice the mess to clean up. I would not swap them for the world and they really mind the lab up but shes 20 and had enough. Enjoy as they give you so much pleasure
2006-07-18 20:29:25 · answer #5 · answered by bradyboxers 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When I had just the one puppy,I found it has exhausting as raising the kids. So two will be hard work. But they grow up quicker than children, and as long as you train them well, they will be good company for each other, and good fun for you. Yes it must be chaotic for you because puppies always seem to be looking for mischief, but try to enjoy them more and it will get better. Good luck!
2006-07-18 20:59:35 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Puppies are a lot like babies, they both take a lot of time and attention..the nice thing is with 2 they play together and keep each other occupied so they don't demand so much of your time.Remember in 12-18 mo. they will outgrow all their cute puppy tricks and turn into dogs..hang in there.
2006-07-18 20:36:17 · answer #7 · answered by jst4pat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you know you don't have a lot of time for them in the long run, why the f*!k did you get them? yes two is hard work, and you have to be really strict about training them commands at separate times. You have to make sure you spend time with them individually otherwise you will not bond. Remember, two pups means twice as much damage to the house when teething kicks in. Twice as much poop to clean up. Twice as much play time, twice as much food etcI sure hope you have the time to spend with them both otherwise it might be better to re-home one of them...
2006-07-18 23:14:46 · answer #8 · answered by wolfstorm 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have two doxies that are from the same litter. Lots of work! The thing that we had the hardest time with was that they bark at people esp when they're together. It's nice though that they have eachother to play with...no regrets.
2006-07-18 20:31:22 · answer #9 · answered by kristina807 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ive got too cross jack russles and sheep doigs 2 is good they can play with each other you can get sum training wee and poo mats from your local pet shop also get loads of toys and put musterd or pepper down where they chew good luck
2006-07-19 03:29:06 · answer #10 · answered by munchie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋