Older Dog Attacking New Puppy. If you reprimand your older dog because you misinterpret his behavior for being mean or jealous, when he is just teaching your new pup some manners, you. When the puppy learns respect for the adult, usually the adult will accept the dog and they will begin to willingly play.
Now, some families have serious problems with aggression between the older dog and the puppy. When i was looking at a new dog, my dog breeder said a puppy would be better than an older dog, because i really wanted harley’s mom, whom i had wanted since she was a baby, but she was just too pretty and nice as a show dog. She was retiring because she did not like the show ring, so the breeder had consented to sell her to me, however, she.
That’s because, if the older dogs behave intolerantly toward the puppy at all times, it’s not just a question of the puppy learning dog social rules, such as “don’t bother me during my nap, puppy.” instead, the puppy is getting the message that any attempt to interact with adult dogs gets an aggressive response.
Understanding this will help you create harmony between them much […] I made this treat (its frozen) my older dog was just standing and licking it when the puppy came along and tried to sniff it. Do not correct the puppy for being playful and inquisitive. Read on to find tips on how to stop your puppy from tormenting your older dog.