Kid Only Likes One of My Dogs

[KindOfMum]

So, my partner and I have been together going on a year, and decided to get a puppy. I’ve grown up with dogs, and already have one. The introduction between the two dogs went brilliantly, they get on beautifully.
But my partners daughter, is a different case. She has always been hot and cold with my own dog, but never really that fussed about him, and he’s very people orientated, loves a cuddle and to sit with you. She won’t have it from him at all.
Anyway, in comes the new puppy a MUCH bigger dog already, and he’s only 3 months old. She won’t leave him alone. It’s causing issues between the two dogs when she’s around. My older boy can’t understand why she ignores him, and pushes him away, but wants to cuddle, play with, and give her undivided attention to the new boy.
She’s 12, and we have both told her that she has to treat them the same, but she seems to be ignoring us.
Any advice on how to proceed with this?

You are being ridiculous.
She does not have to like both dogs. If you need to, you can make it up to your one if his feelings are hurt

And I know pets and children aren’t the same
I suspect you don’t know this on an emotional or intellectual level.

A family member that I visited several times a week had 2 dogs, one of which I just didn't like. They were different breeds & treated the same by their owner. Sometimes, that's just the way people (adults and children) can be with animals.

Please don't feel snubbed, it's good that she had your new dog to bond with.

After not even a year it is probably wiser to focus your attention on building a positive relationship with your boyfriend's daughter than it is to worry about your dog and her together. You aren't a family, she isn't your stepdaughter.