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Subject :Is having two dogs hard to manage?.. 2009-07-09 16:05:42

Urquhart

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I have not had two dogs in a while (months). I have a terrier at home now and am supposed to get a Weimaraner this evening. I have researched the breed for quite a while and was wondering how I can break my male(fixed) terrier in with the male (unfixed) Weimaraner? Until I get him neutered also?

What should I do to make the transition with a new "friend" for my terrier a pleasant and happy one? How should I introduce the outside cats and the terrier to each other? Should I take the Weim walking or running tonight to get used to ME?

Subject :Is having two dogs hard to manage?.. 2009-07-09 16:05:42

Corwyn

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1When looking around for a second dog, try to find one with a similar personality and temperament to your family dog. If your dog is old and sleepy, a high energy puppy might not be the best fit. If he is shy, a very outgoing dog might overwhelm him.
Step2Observe the way a possible second dog interacts with other dogs and people. Make sure she is friendly and not aggressive or too dominant. She should take an interest in humans and other dogs, and enjoy the company of both.
Step3When you find a dog you might like to make part of your household, ask the seller or shelter if you can bring your dog in to meet him. Watch for a while to see how they interact. Are they interested in one another? Do they play well together? Is one of the dogs afraid or aggressive with the other? If they get along well, this may be the perfect companion for your dog.
Step4When you bring home your second dog, don't bring her into the house right away. Your dog may feel very protective of her territory and not quite ready to welcome someone new. Let someone in your family bring your dog outside so that she and her new friend can get to know each other on neutral territory. If weather permits, taking the two of them for a long walk together is a great way to begin their friendship.
Step5When your new dog comes home, it is natural to want to give him lots of attention. That is fine as long as you don't forget your old friend. Your first dog will need lots of love to reassure him that he hasn't been forgotten in the excitement of the new arrival.
Step6Give both dogs lots of opportunities to go outside for walks. This gives your first dog the chance to be the teacher about where to "go" rather than forgetting her training when her new friend has an accident.
Step7When you bring a new dog to your home, it is a great time to work on obedience training. Dogs enjoy the attention and rewards of training time, and well trained dogs are more likely to get along with both their human and canine friends. You will be giving them a solid foundation for a long and happy life together.

Subject :Is having two dogs hard to manage?.. 2009-07-09 16:05:42

Maddockson

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Are they both adult dogs? The weim being unfixed may want to mark his territory, being a new dog in the house. Not sure what to reconmend, but it will probally depend on the dogs. I brought home a lab mix pup and have an adult shelty. They get along great, however when we had two adult male shelties, they would fight. You may have to keep them seperated til they get used to each other, but theres a chance they won't mesh well too, hope that isn't the case.

Subject :Is having two dogs hard to manage?.. 2009-07-09 16:05:42

Stephanos

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I have five dogs and yes, two is hard to manage if you are unprepared. The cats will take care of themselves, you cannot force that relationship. Intorduce the dogs outside together on a leash.