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What is the best way to introduce a Coton puppy to older family dog?

by Rona
(New Jersey)

In the next month we are adding a male Coton de Tulear puppy to our family which consists of me, my husband and our 9 year old English Springer Spaniel, Gus.

Gus gets along well with other dogs and is still quite active, so we are hoping that he will be a great playmate and role model for the puppy. We would like to know how to best handle the initial introduction of the new puppy into all of our lives.

Someone suggested that we have a third party (such as our grown son) bring the puppy into the yard to meet the family. I would welcome any and all suggestions and recommendations. Thank you!

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Apr 05, 2011
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Introduction a Success!
by: Rona

Thank you to all for posting suggestions on how to introduce a puppy to the family dog! "Barney" - our new puppy joined our family about 10 days ago. We exercised our older dog prior to letting him sniff Barney through the fence. Then I slowly brought Barney into the yard to let them get better acquainted, all the while keeping a very watchful eye. When the puppy seemed to tire, we had Gus lead him into the house. They seem to be getting along very well. Gus is getting alot of extra love & hugs (& treats!) from us in his role as big brother. They have a little supervised session each afternoon, which tuckers them both out! The whole experience has been very gratifying for all of us! ;-)

Apr 04, 2011
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MEETING SNICKERS
by: KATHY

WHEN I BROUGHT TRISCUIT HOME FOR THE FIRST TIME, I PUT HER AND MY BROWN LAB, SNICKERS IN OUR FENCED IN YARD.....THEY WERE INSTANT FRIENDS THEY JUST LOVE EACH OTHER AND ARE ALWAYS TOGETHER... THEY ARE BEST FRIENDS

Feb 15, 2011
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Cautious Coton Introduction
by: Gale

I think having your son introduce your new puppy in the yard is a great idea. Then when it's time to go into the house, let them go in together. Another suggestion is to have both Gus and the new puppy exercised before they meet to help them de-stress.

It's also important to give the puppy plenty of attention WITHOUT making Gus feel jealous or neglected. It sounds easier than it is because puppies just naturally demand so much attention. It's a good idea to give Gus even more attention during those first weeks than you usually do.

Dogs really pick up on our feelings so if you're relaxed and calm they will be more likely to be as well. So congratulations and enjoy your new Coton!!

Feb 15, 2011
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by: Joyce

The best way to introduce them is in the yard. They don't feel intimidated. I haven't had a puppy for a long time but our friends just got a male shitsu and they have a 7 year old female lab. Sometimes it's easier if there opposite sexs. Just like humans - Good Luck

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