Question about buying new puppies?

Question

if i want to get two new puppies, a boxer and an english bulldog, would it be better to buy them at the same time, or wait until one gets older. if i should wait how long should i wait for? what are the pros and cons of having two puppies at once?

Answer 1

The answer to this question depends on what your ambitions are with your dogs. If you want to train them to do just about anything other than lay around the house, allowing them to bond to each other more tightly than to you (which is what will happen) will make them very "doggy" and less attentive to you or what you want them to do. They will be like a happily married couple at a swingers party, heads swiveling to see where their mate is, and less concerned about what you want them to do. In the extreme cases, you will see serious behavioral problems anytime you want or need to seperate the two dogs. They will most likely throw a big fit if for any reason you want to take one dog away from the immediate area rather than both of them.

Also, the puppy will have much more one on one time with you if you raise it by itself. Taking puppy to places where it can safely meet other puppies for socialization reasons, or to play with another dog who is known to be exceptionally tolerant is a better option than raising the two together.

Sometimes, also, one puppy will be much more dominant than the other, and will dominate it to the extent that the charming personality it might have had is eliminated by the dominant dog. The result can be a blah personality dog that might have even been the more fun of the two.

Answer 2

It's better to have them at the same time - that way they can play together, tire each other out, and you can train them together - dogs learn by imitation, so training two together actually helps both. Plus, you only have to go through puppy-proofing and the crazy puppy phase once. ;)

They're also more likely to bond strongly if they grow up together.

Why are you set on buying pure breeds, though? They're expensive, and really don't make better companions than mixed breeds? Anyway, you should have a look around at shelters and rescue groups in your area, first (there are even breed rescues that specialize in certain breeds), and see if they might have exactly what you're looking for - that way, you'll save money AND safe a life! :)

Answer 3

First, ask your self if you can handle the responsibilty. I bought a Bischone (sp?) for 600. I worked lengthy hours and the kids were not here all the time ( I share custody).
It was a selfless act, I believe, when I donated it to the shelter where it had a home before I had even arrived. She was still a puppy, purebred, and beautiful.
I just never thought that I'd ever give up a pet and wanted to share.
I think that buying both together is a good idea. they can play together while you are gone and have company.
You may be able to train them together especially if you have someone else in your life who will help.

Good Luck with your new babies or baby and baby to be.

Answer 4

if you insist on buying 2 puppies it's best that they be raised together rather than introducing them later. I have a 9 year old german shepard and 1 year old puppy. It took the 9 year old about 10 months to be okay with the puppy in the house. We had to keep the separated for most of the day with only a little bit of exposure to eachother. We gradually increased the exposure time as she was very jealous and prolly felt like she was being replaced. never the less two dogs especially puppies are difficult. be sure to provide them with equal attention and love... just like kids.

Answer 5

Decide which dog you want to be the dominant one (the breeder may be able to advise you on this) and get it first. There will always be a dominant one due to canine hierarchies, and whoever got there first is generally the crucial factor--more important than age, sex, size, etc. I think waiting about 3 or 4 months is best, as it establishes position and comfort in the home before introducing another dog. Too much longer can invite a little TOO much comfort for dog #1, if you are set on making it a 2 dog household. Good luck!

Answer 6

I would recommend getting one puppy at a time. Simply because I know how much work a puppy can be. They will pee anywhere until they are potty trained, they chew on everything, and they are quite a handful! (Of course, I love my puppy to death.) All I know is one puppy was MORE than enough. It was hard enough work watching her, and with two, you may be going crazy.

Wait until your puppy is potty trained and a bit older - maybe 6 months-a year before you get the second one. That is my suggestion--only based on my experience with one puppy. :)

Answer 7

It is a horrible idea to get both at the same time. It is double EVERYTHING. When will you have enough time to train 2 dogs? If onedog poops on the floor the other will too What about vet costs that will atleast double (if not triple your orginal plan.?) I think it is a stupid idea to get both at once. traning becomes almost impossible for novice traniers.

Answer 8

I would not buy a puppy, that promotes puppy mills. Adoption is the way to go.

Getting two puppies at the same time is fine, you can training them together, and they will have company, so they won't be lonely when you are at work.

Answer 9

Buy them at the same time so they get used to living together

Answer 10

My opinion is that you should get both at the same time adn get them young so they will grow without any trouble and learn to cooperate with each other without hassle. Also, if the two dogs fight with each other it won't hurt because ther're just pups.