Help! New puppy, jealous dog, and vacation coming up. What to do?

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We have had Bella, our girl Jack Russell, for 5 years. 3!days ago, we got a female Toy Rat Terrier named Harley. Harley never seems to calm down, Bella seems to get jealous. They get along sometimes, they’ll chase each other and pay tug-of-war with each other. But we are leaving for a cruise in less than 2 weeks. Bella has a dog door, and Harley is having trouble getting potty trained. we can’t find someone to be here 24/7. What should we do the week we are gone? Do you have any advice? Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Female | spayed | 5 years and 2 months old | 11 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Your best option may be to board Harley while you are out of town. All dogs are different with different learning levels/skills as well as strengths/weaknesses. Crate training may help with Harley for now but that obviously can't be continued while you are out of town. Some jealousy is not unusual. Make sure both pets are exercised every day and that they are each getting plenty of attention. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Help! New puppy, jealous dog, and vacation coming up. What to do?

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