How do you introduce a small dog to a large dog?

How do you introduce a small dog to a large dog?

Help your dog (no matter her size) get along with larger and smaller dogs.

All dog introductions should be slow.

Make sure the small dog behaves, too.

Take breaks during play sessions.

Slowly socialize your dog to dogs of all sizes.

25-Jul-2013

Can a big dog and a small dog get along?

Small dogs and big dogs can get along beautifully, and may even snuggle up and share beds. Others peacefully coexist. As with all doggy housemates, it’s important that you do not show favouritism, and try to avoid situations that can lead to resource guarding.

How do I train my big dog to be gentle with a small dog?

Here are a few tips:

Do not play overly rough with your big dog.

Increase the exercise your big dog gets.

Supervise play between big and little dogs.

Interrupt play time when the big dog gets too excited.

It’s best to arrange the additional exercise with the big dog before the times the dogs like to play.

How do you stop a small dog from being aggressive to large dogs?

How to Handle Small Dog Aggression with Dog Training

Schedule obedience training.

Make sure that the household is onboard with the training.

Set boundaries and make rules for your dog.

Be consistent.

Reward behavior you want to keep seeing.

09-Jun-2021

How long does it take for dogs to get used to each other?

Small dogs and big dogs can get along beautifully, and may even snuggle up and share beds. Others peacefully coexist. As with all doggy housemates, it’s important that you do not show favouritism, and try to avoid situations that can lead to resource guarding.