My older dog barks at our new puppy. How can they get along?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 4 years and 5 months old | 5 lbs
Hello I have a three year old shitzu boy who hasn’t been socialising with many dogs I have bought a husky 3months old girl 2 days ago my shitzu doesn’t want to play with her and sometimes barks at her when she is trying to get close I’m wondering what can I do to help them and I am also worried about my small shi tzn getting hurt I don’t want to give the husky away but I can’t let anything happen to my shi tzn I will appreciate any advises of what to do in this situation please
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Published on June 3rd, 2018
Introduce them to one another gradually. First, by allowing them to hear and smell one another through a closed door, then by sight without physical contact, then supervised contact. You will need to progress gradually through each phase. Correct any aggressive behavior immediately and praise good behavior consistently. A pheromone product, such as the Adaptil collar or DAP plug in diffuser, may decrease any anxiety or aggression.
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Published on August 12th, 2018
Try a pheromone product, such as the Adaptil collar or DAP plug in diffusers, to decrease any anxiety or aggression. A gradual introduction should be adhered to. Separate them for a few days then allow them to smell and hear one another through a closed door. Progress to sight, but at a distance then with one in a closed crate or separated by a screen. Finally, a physical introduction can be attempted. Correct negative behavior immediately or end the session until both dogs calm down. Provide praise and reward as they progress.
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