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Post by Rocchet Mon Nov 14 2011, 05:59

Hi guys,

Stellar (English Staff) is now 12 months old and we have decided to get a puppy to add to the family. We decided on a labrador this time round for alot of reasons but mostly because theyre great with kids and have similar play styles to staffs so hoping they will enjoy each others company.
Stellar is pretty well trained for her age, but is also quite dominant and intense so have chosen a puppy from a litter who appears to be quite laid back and happy to follow the crowd.(the lab breed is also considered pretty laid back, yet playful) We will pick him up in 2 weeks at 8wks of age.
Am a bit concerned about them not getting along despite the fact that stellar is very well socialised with other dogs and goes to the dog park and plays with other dogs off lead regularly. Have researched alot of stuff about introducing puppies to older dogs but was wondering if anyone had any advice regarding staffies in particular. Not sure how she will be with a puppy or with another dog on her own turf. You see so many dogs up for sale because they dont get along with other dogs i want to make sure i do everything right at the beginning.
Anyway thankyou in advance.
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Post by Guest Mon Nov 14 2011, 08:44

Introduce them outside of the home at first. Take them for a walk and then go home. Don't pay too much attention to the pup and keep them seperarated if you are out.

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Post by Rocchet Thu Nov 17 2011, 00:12

thanx.

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Post by Guest Thu Nov 17 2011, 01:06

It would be helpfull if the two could meet on more than one ocassion before you bring the pup home. If you can get a blanket or article of clothing with the new puppy's smell on it and leave it in Stellar's crate or sleeping area this will allow her to get to the new pup's scent in her house before he arrives.

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