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Navigating Relationships in a Multi-Dog Household
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In this episode, Millie and Andreia discuss the challenges and considerations of managing a multi-dog household. They emphasize the importance of analyzing the behavior and compatibility of the current dog before introducing a second dog. They also highlight the need for advocating for each dog's needs and setting boundaries to prevent conflicts. The hosts provide tips on introducing a new dog to the resident dog and managing competition for human affection. They stress the importance of realistic expectations and understanding that not all dogs will be best friends. Millie shares the importance of setting clear boundaries and rules in a multi-dog household and suggests using designated places for each dog. She also advises seeking the guidance of a trainer and considering the compatibility of the dogs when adding a new dog to the household.
Takeaways
- Analyze the behavior and compatibility of your current dog before getting a second dog
- Advocate for each dog's needs and set boundaries to prevent conflicts
- Introduce a new dog to the resident dog gradually and with supervision
- Manage competition for human affection by setting clear rules and boundaries
- Have realistic expectations and understand that not all dogs will be best friends
- Spending one-on-one time with each dog is important to check in with their individual needs and preferences.
- Teaching dogs coping mechanisms and independence is crucial for their well-being.
- Crate rotation, muzzle training, and tethering can be effective management tools for dogs that don't get along.
- Having different rules and boundaries for each dog based on their individual relationships is fair and beneficial. Dogs in a multi-dog household don't have to be best friends; it's okay if they don't like each other.
- Setting clear boundaries and rules is crucial in a multi-dog household.
- Using designated places for each dog can help prevent conflicts and competition.
- Seeking the guidance of a trainer is important when adding a new dog to the household.
- Considering the compatibility of the dogs is essential for a successful multi-dog household.
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