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How to introduce a new GSD puppy to my territorial 1-year-old GSD?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 1 year and 7 months old

What do you say what is the right time to adopt new puppy of same breed gsd when you have already 1 that is 1 yr 7 month old .. will it be safe adopt gsd along with gsd or some other breed ? Also bruno is very territorial how much time will it gonna take to adjust with new puppy ? Also do you prefer to grow 2 dogs or one should keep 1 dog only till his full life

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Answered By Bette Isacoff

Dog Trainer

Published on July 16th, 2017

Sorry, my answer was cut off. That will arouse Bruno's territorial instincts to protect his area and will likely cause problems with the new puppy. Instead, take both the dogs to a neutral location where neither has ever been and introduce them there. That way, Bruno will be bringing his new buddy home instead of resenting him as an intruder. if you need further help with this, Just click on the prompt to initiate a consult. Good luck!

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    Answered By Bette Isacoff

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    If your dog is generally good with other dogs, you should be safe in getting a second one. It is best if Bruno is neutered, and that your net dog is a female. Two males, even if neutered, can sometimes have difficulty getting along. DO not bring your new puppy right into the house with Bruno there!

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    Answered By Rebecca, DVM

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    It all depends on how well Danny behaves and how territorial he is. Some dogs will not tolerate the addition of a new puppy to the household. If he is well trained and will play well with a puppy then it may work out. Here are a couple of articles that may help you decide. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=1678 http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=2465

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