Hi there. I’m a new puppy parent and we recently got out first lab puppy last weekend. I’ve been trying to get my puppy used to other dogs (who I know are fully vaccinated) by socialising my 8 week puppy with our neighbours 9 month old Lab. We kept the big dog on the leash. After the initial excitement of the older dog had waned and my puppy got used to the bigger dog they seemed to be very friendly. My puppy rolled on her back being submissive allowing the older dog to have a good sniff etc. However when they started playing, the bigger dog would consistently try to pin and hold the puppy down. Just wondered what this behaviour meant. At no point was there any yelping or anything but was quite dominant behaviour.
If they were not taking turns, then it generally means they were not playing. I would find an adult dog who did not try to dominate a puppy. That or find a class in which pups of equal size can be paired and a knowledgeable instructor will be able to explain how to interpret dog-to-dog interventions, and when to step back and when to intervene.
Hi Dav. Above is great advice. Nine months old is still a adolescent. They don't know how to behave yet and will probably soon forget all the training they have had. Your asking Kevin to babysit. A older I would say female although male should be fine dog they can interact with, should put up with puppy behaviour play but over time will correct them. My Collie (Male) would do that with the cat. The Rottie (Female) we had was amazing for it. Helped no end correcting the behaviour of the Adult Boxer we rescued that hadn't been socialised as a pup. Chris
If your dog had intended to hurt the other dog, it would have. This was a display of dominance and protection of you and your property (not aggression). If the dogs were properly introduced and this happened during friendly interaction or play there may be some concern, but in this situation your dog was just being your bodyguard. Showbox jiofi.local.html tplinklogin
