Dog owners of Mumsnet I need all your advice. We passed the homecheck to adopt a dog who is approx 7 years old. We already have an older dog who is nearly 14. I have mulled over getting a second dog for some time and getting an older dog seemed to be the best option given the age of Dog1.
We are going to meet the new dog at the weekend, the rescue has asked that we all go as a family taking Dog1 with us for the introduction. If all goes well then we hope to adopt Dog2. What things do I need to consider about bringing Dog2 home?
Beds etc - Dog1 has a crate - I think I should get a second crate for Dog2 as Dog1 will see it as his territory. Dog1 has 4 beds dotted around the house - will Dog2 need the same?!?
Feeding - should I feed them separately to begin with? Dog1 often leaves his food to come back to later - should I lift it and feed later?
Walks - should I walk them separately at first or get them used to walking together. Dog1 is very slow given his age and he is part beagle so loves to sniff and squirt on everything...
Anything else I should be considering??
Thanks and fingers crossed!
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Localher0 · 13/03/2019 11:01
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