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Thinking of getting a new dog...advice plz!

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  • 01-02-2008 12:29am
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    undecided
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    Hi everyone!

    I have a collie x she is just over a yr old. She is generally v good and has quietened down well(especially since being spayed). She has never really been in contact with other dogs except with my mothers once or twice, but we had to seperate them. My dog kept trying to fight with them!

    I was thinking about getting another dog for her to have as company. I see my mams playing together and they are really happy keep each other amused.

    What do you think .... would I be mad?


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    peasant
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    I'd try her out with a few different dogs first. Best on neutral territory.

    Arrange to let her meet and greet a few strange (to her) dogs on a beach or in a big field/park somewhere and find out what she's like with other dogs first before you commit to a second dog.


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    Toulouse
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    You need to socalise your dog. Do as peasant says although I'd see if there's any socalisation classes in your locality first and also do some research on the subject.


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    Alfasudcrazy
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    I agree with the above but just know that a dog may be very friendly with dogs it meets lets say while on a walk but their tune may change as soon as it realises another dog has come to live on his patch.

    It will be difficult for a while no matter what dog you get but stick with it and they should get to like each other and I also agree that a few dogs is much better than one as they can play with each other etc and will be less dependent on you for company all the time. ;)


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    rubyred
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    They might have only been play fighting. My dog loves to play fight and can be quite rough - but it is only playing.


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    pinkdaisy
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    you definitely need to socialise your dog properly before introducing another one. how does he/she react when you bring it for walks and it meets other dogs?
    Also, if you do get a new dog, you need to remember it is crucial for both dogs would be to establish a hierarchy in your home. Always treat your current dog like "top dog", feed it first, don't give the new one more of your attention, give them separate beds. This will make your current dog feel more comfortable and may make the adjustment easier for it. If the new dog is confused about it's place in the family, it could promote aggression in both dogs.


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