Can two male dogs live together, happy?

Question

I have a lab/pitt mix almost 2 and a 4month Rott. Both males. The mix is fixed but the pup isn't yet. As of right now they get along well, the play together with tug toys etc. Once in a while they get too into the growling and jumping I separate them or redirect them with toys (when they mouth each other) SO far so good. Last time for the first time when the pup got rough, the older one snapped at him, and then this morning when the old guy was eating he growled at the pup, the pup backed off, but that has NEVER happen. The pup is enrolled in puppy class and thus far I have been unable to get the mix in classes because he DOES NOT like being on a lead around other dogs, tends to get nasty. ok the question I have for anyone out there really knowing about having two males dogs together, can two males dogs be happy with each other? Yes Im planning on getting the pup fixed, and yes I spend lots of time with them.

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Answer 1

Yes, they can even get married in Massachusetts.

For a while I had 2 males. A Saluki, who I still have, and a Miniature Pincher.

They can live together, but there were some problems I faced. Ultimately, I separated them, with my mom keeping the Min Pin. I found that their personalities were much more enjoyable when they were apart.

When the dogs get together, their animal instict is more likely to kick in. They will have a battle for Alpha Dog, which can create problems at times. These conflicts are even greater when the puppy will eventually grow to be bigger than the older dog, which was the case for me, and might be for you too.

The best piece of advice I can give is to keep the puppy in check and teach him from an early age. You're doing everything you can by getting him fixed and by taking him to classes. Lots of people enjoy having 2 dogs and thats exactly how they will do it.

The food may always be an issue. I had to feed the two dogs in seperate rooms. Also because one would finish quickly and then run over to eat the other guy's food. Also, keep any kids away from the dogs when they're eating. Having another dog around during food time creates tension. Adding a child to the mix is dangerous, that happened to my niece.

When done carefully, it can work and you really just have to play it by ear. As for right now, you're doing all you can do.

My two dogs could have continued to live together, but walking the two of them was a pain. They were wild when they were together. Now that they are apart, both are demonstrate much better behavior.

Answer 2

For the most part yes... I have 3 male dogs living together.. there is one issue now that the two older ones are showing signs of age.. but only when around my mother for some reason.. I've had two of them together for years with not one problem.. (the third has only been in the mix for a little over a year with very few issues)

Answer 3

You should introduce the two cats slowly - and make sure both are neutered. Two non-neutered cats can be mean to each other (mostly about their territory). Place the new cat in a small room (like a bathroom) and keep the door closed (make sure the new cat has a litter box, something to sleep on, a window (if possible) to look out of and some toys to play with when you aren't there! The cats will be able to smell each other from under the door. After a week or so of this, bring the new cat out in a large room in a cat carrier. This will give each cat protection if one cat gets a little too interested and slashes out. Make sure you supervise so you can move cats if need be. After both cats are comfortable being in the same room as each other this way you can then take the new cat out of the carrier and see how they interact face to face. If it becomes a cat fight remove the cat and start the introduction all over again. It is important to NOT RUSH this - you have to go with how fast or how slow your resident cat is comfortable with. Good luck!

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Yes, two males can get along quite well together. When the males are neutered they tend to get along better though. The older one is just not used to having a puppy around. it's kind of like an only child now having to get used to having a baby around the house. The same principle. You just need to reiterate to the older one that the rott is here to stay and he better be nice to him. When the rott walks up to the mix while the mix is eating and he growls, pat the mix on the nose and let him know that growling will not be tolerated, and put the rott on his way, away from the mixes food.

Answer 6

Yes they can, especially if the 4 month old loses his jewels too. I think it's important that they be able to have their dominent discussions without human interuption. Once they decide who is alpha it should end. The leader may always be 'watched' or for weakness.

You are ultimately the alpha, but there is always a beta.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

hey i have two full grown male huskies and brought a third one into the mix about a year ago. we kept the pup indoors until he was about 4 months old. he'd mingle with the other two who live in our backyard but he didnt fully "live" with them until he was fixed. they all get along just fine. there are always jealousy issues so you have to give them all equal attention and they will get into fights but in my experience theyre not dangerous and if you acknowledge the fight then it gets worse. but like i said thats just in my case. pups/teens are very rebellious but they do get over those phases! good luck


oh about the eating, i have three separate bowls for each of them and i place them about 10 ft apart from each other and always give the oldest one his food first. dogs are very territorial especially when it comes to their food.

Answer 9

Sure they can - as long as they're given firm guidance from YOU.

The snapping at the pup let him know who's boss - your older pup.

Did you think about this BEFORE you got the pup?

However, YOU are the Alpha over BOTH - if you don't like your dog telling the pup who's boss - take whatever he snapped over away from him. YOU control the food, YOU are in charge, and YOU have the right to take whatever it is away from him.

If you give them both a bone, keep them seperated. Feed them seperated.

Answer 10

They certainly can. I have a 3 year old lab and an 8 month old chinese crested and they have never had a problem. Both are altered and we made sure to socialize the puppy to avoid aggression later.