I got another pup that I just rescued, and my cocker spaniel doesn't seem to be taking it too well. Anyone know what I can do to help them get used to each other, and even like each other?
2006-11-30 04:13:41 · 10 answers · asked by Sharon D 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I'd suggest using a wire style crate for a while with the pup (it is a good idea anyway for a number of reasons) allow the cocker spanial to have it's full range and get to spend time adjusting to the puppy without the attacks of "friendly" puppy energy. Give both dogs treats at the same times in view of one another, but give the pup his throught the cage. Understand that as pack anaimals the dogs will develop a pecking order and one of them will be alpha, it may be the puppy (this is what happened at my house) whoever is alpha, let them be first with treats, or out the door or with toys and everyone will be happier.
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2006-11-30 04:19:47 · answer #1 · answered by BOISE_DD 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Always pet your Cocker Spaniel first, feed it first, etc. Let it know that it is STILL alpha dog and although you may still have some issues with jealousy this should help a lot. A lot of times you may not realize it but you are ignoring your other dog because a "new" one takes all of your attention. Maybe leave your new pup in another room for a few minutes and just take a toy and play with your Cocker. My family just got a new yorkie and my yorkie and the Golden Retriever are very jealous but we have tried to give them all equal time and they seem to be doing much better. Pets can be just like children and need time to adjust. My dog doesn't like it when he is near me and another dog gets too close so I just push the other dog away so he knows that my dog belongs there and doesn't need to be bothered. It is easier than trying to console an injured puppy!
I hope this helps!
2006-11-30 04:59:12 · answer #2 · answered by Troopers_Gurl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've grown up with cocker spaniels and they are known to be jealous. Remember that when anyone gets a new pet they tend to give the new pet more attention so rather try giving them equal attention or maybe even a little more to the spaniel. That's wot solved my spaniels' jealousy problems. Also only let them be together under your watch until they get to know eachother. Good luck.
2006-11-30 04:17:29 · answer #3 · answered by Horse crazy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have 4 cocker spaniels and been breeding since i was 7 plz trust me when i got my two girls my oldest got extremely jealous and was biting me for my attention id say let the cocker be the pack leader and treat them with equal attention so he doesnt feel left out also the problem might be that u raised him alone so he had no other dogs to play with and it will be very hard for him/her to accept the little 1 just give him some time and he will accept him/her but in the meantime dont leave them alone together until your sure they are friends it took me a year for my oldest to settle down with the other dogs and get used to them anyway good luck pick me plz
2006-11-30 05:03:09 · answer #4 · answered by puppylover1025 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
animals are possesive just like humans. this new pup is now getting some of the love & attention that he used to get- it's like the new pup is taking away from what he normally gets. i'd say dont force it. if you try to put them down each others throats, the spaniel may get violent. the same happened with 2 kittens i had. the baby came in and my cat was sooo mean to her, even when the baby was trying to snuggle and play with her. see if there is an animal training center near you and ask if they can help to "socialize" your dog. this will help it be comfy around other pets all the time, but may be costly.
2006-11-30 04:17:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi! i have 4 dogs and whenever i got a new one, the oldest always acts that way. there is really not all that much that you can do. if you feed them treats, always make sure that it is fair. if you feed your new pup more than once a day, give your older dog a treat or somthin while the pup is eatin. it usually took about a month or so for my older dog to get used to the new ones. and now he is very protective over them, also with a new dog, ppl tend to pay more attention to it, make sure u don't neglect your older dog, because you will have a tendency to be with the new one more because you have to train it and all. also when you're feeding them, never put their bowls close together, feed them on opposite ends of the room for a while. good luck with this. i hope everything works out!
2006-11-30 04:18:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-29 23:36:46 · answer #7 · answered by anuj 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Play with both of them at the same time.Allow both of them to sit on your lap at the same time.Take both of them for walks at the same time.Anything you do for 1 dog you must do for the other dog.They are like kids.A 2 year old child would not be happy with it`s mom bringing a newborn baby into the house.Dogs are the same way.
2006-11-30 04:45:08 · answer #8 · answered by darlene100568 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give him a little extra attention than you do the new dog if you have cages put something of the others dog in their crate and let them get used to the scent also they should be able to meet on nutral ground so they won't fight
2006-11-30 04:31:11 · answer #9 · answered by lifeoftoby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thank you for the rescue ;O) Id say,,show your dog that it wont get any less attention. Tell it thats its ok. Let your dog be pack leader.
2006-11-30 04:16:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋