(Now, I remember the high flaming from Pets members when people posted similar questions on the old nest.....take it easy with me.)
DH and I have been having several conversationa about this all week...but I told him that he had the final decision.
Today, he let me know he's decided officially.....that he's bringing home a Puppy. One of this students (long story) had rescued him from a shelter, but there is a family situation preventing her from keeping it. We rescued our current dog of 4 years...we're all about rescue furbabies.
We are successfully taking care of one dog and two cats right now. A second dog is going to be OK, right? We have everything we need. I've grown up with multiple dogs. We have a giant yard with fence system. We've had our current one for 4 years and have done a great job. I'm just nervous...it will be fine, right? He's half hound and Golden Retriever from what his student shared. Any name suggestions are also welcome.
ETA: Shots and everything are up-to-date. (I know someone will ask)
He looks very cute! It's sweet of you to rescue him. To me he looks like a Bailey. Or maybe a Baxter. Do you know how old he is? Also, do you know if he gets along with cats and other dogs? Just wondering, it would be important to me to know that.
It will be an adjustment of course, but I think that you will manage. You have experience with multiple animals and ample space for them. He will probably need a lot of exercise.
Is your H bringing him home today? If so, try to introduce him to your other pets on "neutral" ground (like don't overwhelm them by having the first meeting inside the house). Good luck!
Yes, that's right! Introducing on a neutral ground. I do remember that from when we brought home our first dog. That will be key. Thank you!!!
He's a baby...despite the picture making him look bigger. So we'll be hopefuilly providing all the necessary training to get him around other animals successfully. I am concerned about our current dog..she's a little territorial. We'll need to work with that.
You will be fine! I don't find having 2 dogs to be that much more difficult than 1. It was definitely an adjustment, but we just gave it patience and time and now we are so happy we have 2. Good luck!!
Aww, what a cutie! I agree with meeting on neutral ground. Less likely one of the current residents will get territorial. Still a possibility, but maybe to a lesser degree. Maybe bring home something of the new dogs so the other pets can at least get used to the smell?
Omg he's precioussss!! Why would the other board flame this? You're taking in a dog that another family can't keep and therefore keeping this dog out of a shelter. That's not flameworthy, that's saint worthy! My oldest dog has been 50x happier with a second dog too. They love each other.
Can you test the dogs together before you commit to be totally sure it's a good fit? It'd be terrible to rehome again.
He's adorable. He reminds me of peanut butter, so I'd name him Reese's
We wouldnt rehome....dont believe in it.
Oh, gosh I may be the the only one who remembers the old Pets board from The Nest. You never knew what they would pick on with posts....what would be considered ghastly. I was terrified.
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Thanks for asking! He's doing great! Our other dog is needing some assistance though. We thought we were introducing them on neutral ground...but the parking pad wasn't neutral enough we don't think. We're feeding them seperately and everything. Our first dog is still agressive. She's gotten MUCH better. We think it scares her when he barks and her and wants to play because he is bigger then her. (She's a Chihuahua/Dachsund mix) We're trying to praise her a lot when she lets him sniff her so that way she knows we're encouraging the good behavior. He's so sweet. We really like him a lot. The potty training is...coming
ginkgoleaf Hobbes DH wanted to name him after one of his favorite baseball players. I like it and it's cute He is so sweet. That face is even prettier up close!
Cute name! I'm glad he's doing well. I'm sure he will be fully housetrained soon! Your other dog will definitely adjust in time, especially with you praising good behavior.