TTQ B4U Posted September 27, 2015 Report Share Posted September 27, 2015 Okay, so we as family all have a hole in our heart for having lost our boxer and really miss having two dogs. Our current pit mix is about 70lbs and we've had him since he was about 6weeks. Today we went to a couple shelters and at the Franklin County one off Morse Rd. we found a very very sweet and lovable female pit/pit mix that apparently had pups but was found by the dog warden and brought to them about 1-2 weeks ago. She's about 50lbs but needs some love and a couple good meals as she is thin. Where I'm looking for opinions is that our current pup and how to introduce them. He got along great with our boxer but is very territorial and seemingly not friendly with other dogs - at least when we walk him. We did introduce him to my mother in laws dog, a puppy, and it took a couple days but he was fine. We did so at our home by putting them in kennels side by side and gradually getting them to know one another. I'm thinking that would work here again. I know everyone says to do it on neutral territory, but he's not good while walking him and it doesn't allow for much control other than the leash. I also think he's likely protective of my wife while on walks. At least here in the house he has a cage and a leash. He's very good with our kids and the new pup was lovable and great with the kids today too. The volunteer said she was snipping with small dogs at the shelter but is fine with larger ones. So what would CR Do? Thanks in advance for the insight. All she wanted was to be held and petted and loved on. Very sweet girl. http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj84/crms3er/20150927_164541_006_zpsfnv1941m.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokin5s Posted September 27, 2015 Report Share Posted September 27, 2015 Our Sheltie is territorial and we just introduced them and let them work things out... for a while we only let them around each other when we were with them... the Sheltie finally warmed up to her and now they are fine. Now if we could only get the puppy house trained faster, that would be great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleguy Posted September 27, 2015 Report Share Posted September 27, 2015 I always like to introduce on "neutral ground" that way it isn't like she is invading the other dogs space/territory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboRust Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 I think that Franklin County requires you to bring your current dog in before adopting to see if the animals get along. It's definitely worth a shot, and if it doesn't work, then you aren't out any adoption fees. The only negative is the high-stress environment of the shelter on your current dog, so it may not make for the best meet-and-greet experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted September 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 I think that Franklin County requires you to bring your current dog in before adopting to see if the animals get along. It's definitely worth a shot, and if it doesn't work, then you aren't out any adoption fees. The only negative is the high-stress environment of the shelter on your current dog, so it may not make for the best meet-and-greet experience. Good insight guys and thanks to Ryan for the phone call. It's a tough decision but we as a family are going to have to let this girl go to another home. They don't require we bring our current dog there but it's a good idea. Unfortunately our current one would be worse off doing so as with ALL those dogs and scents around I know he wouldn't do well and would be on edge. We are going to look at getting a very young puppy instead. Thanks for the input everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 I would greatly encourage ANY new dog meeting being on neutral ground. Franklin county may have a solution for greeting the dogs. Neutral ground can even be the sidewalk in front of a neighbors house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radio Flyer1647545514 Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 It's easier sometimes to let the dogs meet off leash. If your holding onto your dog with the leash it may feel it has a job to protect you while it's on him. Most people tug there dogs back from smelling other people and dogs on walks which sometimes gives them the sense you don't trust other people and dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsm_sleeper Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 I would suggest having them meet [on leash] on neutral ground and then take them for a walk together. One dog per person. The pack walk seems to help them get aligned. Good luck. Good job rescuing as there are so many dogs in shelters that need good homes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC K9 Posted September 28, 2015 Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 It was good to talk to you Tim. I wish you and your family the best of luck in whatever direction you guy's end up going in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted September 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2015 We are following a lead a couple counties away on what appears to be a boxer yellow lab mix. Boxer hair, yellow lab color, etc. approx. 8 wks old. Found on road. Stay tuned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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