If you’re a dog lover, you might feel that one dog isn’t enough. However, before adding a second dog to the household, there’s several essential points that need considering.
Firstly, it’s essential to consider the nature of the pets already in the household. If your beloved dog is sometimes a bit of a bully, and a new dog turns up and isn’t submissive, chances are some battles could take place until things calm down. If two dogs are dominant, these battles could flare up repeatedly. Problems could also arise if a submissive pet is established and content in the household, as a new dog turning up could bully the first dog and make life difficult or miserable.
Next on the agenda is the size of the current dog. If a small Yorkshire Terrier is at home, it might not be the best decision to turn up with a Boxer pup. A rowdy, big puppy can often hurt a small breed. If a large dog breed is already in the home and has a good temperament, adding in a small breed to the home is possible. It’s still important to keep a keen eye on how well they interact at first. A Saint Bernard or Standard Poodle can often made a find protector of a miniature lap dog.
Or if an elderly dog is at home, it might be wise to reconsider bringing a new puppy into the home. Older dogs often have aches, pains, and often less patient than a younger dog. Instead, it might be possible to adopt a rescue or shelter dog at a more mature age. After all, it’s easier for a old dog to get adjusted to live with another dog that’s finished chewing and teething.
Looking through one of the dogs a to z directories often helps to get an appreciation of a dogs lifestyle, temperament, grooming requirements, and the ability to fit into a particular situation.
Finally, some dog breeds will have a more difficult time in accepting a small puppy into the home than other breeds. Toy breeds for instance can get jealous and a bit spoiled if on their own for some time. If a pampered Miniature Pinscher or Yorkshire Terrier is introduced to a new pup it can often be a challenging experience. A Rottweiler, Pit Bull, or other breed that can be aggressive might have a problem as well. Although, each dog is individual and therefore it all comes down to a dog’s particular temperament.
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