Tips for raising 2 puppies?

[PuppoTroub]

I know it is frowned upon to get 2 from the same litter but it's not normal circumstances and I'm looking for HELP and tips on how to best go about it not judgments on my choice to do so.

Technically only one of them will be mine but they will both be staying with me for the first 4 to 6 months, with the other pups owner taking her out for one on one walks when ready and seperate socialisation.

But the morning, night and other routines will be in the same house.

I know it's an unusual set up, but we do have very valid reasons which I don't want to get into, as they are private.

But I really would appreciate any help or tips in this area as it's goi g to be a busy time.

Thankyou

[Wolfiefan]

A pug cross? Definitely a dodgy breeder.
Advice? Don’t buy a puppy from them.

[WhatAStupidIdea]

I’m sorry to say, I agree with all of the above. Unless you’re an expert (and even then it’d be a huge task), this is likely to go very wrong - regardless of how much you’ve read, or watched on YouTube.

I really do understand how frustrating it is when we ask for advice and then don’t like what we hear, we’ve all been there! The thing is, people aren’t doing it to be negative or to ‘just jump to the worst possible scenario’. It’s because this really is a very, very bad idea. It may not be set in stone as you say, but it is a very real, and very likely outcome. It’s hard to say no to a pup when you want one, but the other person (or even you if you’re so set on helping out here) should put these dogs first and walk away, after all, responsible ownership is all about having their needs in the forefront of our minds at all times. Even if you separate them most of the time, there is still a big possibility of issues here. Yes, they may not be rottie sized, but they will still be capable of causing damage. Any dog can be aggressive, even those with ‘dopey’ parents.

Really, really think about this. And then think some more. Put the welfare of these pups before your own wants.

Either way, good luck 😕.

[BiteyShark]

It does sound like you are getting the raw end of the deal here. Without knowing who the other owner is are you sure you want to do all the hard work e.g. the toilet training, cope with the biting, adolescence etc. Will there be any 'blame' if they don't end up with a dog they want (thinking training/behaviour/health etc)?

Make sure they pay and take ownership of insurance as you don't want to be out of pocket (my dog has cost thousands in insurance claims in his first year).

[adaline]

I appreciate you're not hearing what you want to hear but taking two pups from the same litter is highly irresponsible and you could do a lot of damage to both animals.

I know you're probably doing this with the best of intentions but if you're still reading, please reconsider. What will you do if the dogs hyperbond and can't cope apart, or if they become dangerously aggressive? Just because they're pugs, doesn't mean they can't do some serious damage to each other or a child.

Please be careful if you go ahead and be prepared to give one up if necessary.

[sillysmiles]

If your dog is going to remain with an established dog - what is the other dogs set up when s/he goes to their new home? Will they be alone or with other dogs?

Because - assuming there is no alternative options - I'd try separate the pups and leave the one staying with the resident dog and the one going on their own to get used to not having a doggy family around.

Aside from everything else I think you are crazy taking on toilet training/training two pups and doing all the hard work for someone else.

[MrsFoxPlus4Again]

I think your crazy taking all the hard work on for something else. They aren’t in the position to look after a pup so therefore can’t have one simple really. Silly to agree to it. Yours might not be sad with the separating but theirs probably will be.

[tabulahrasa]

The thing is, you’re getting blunt responses because what you’re proposing is a lot harder than one puppy, not twice as hard, more than that.

They need to be completely separate most of the time, how can you do that? And make sure they’re getting everything they need.

People who run on working dogs tend to kennel them, you’re in a house...

[MustardScreams]

Even people with working dogs don’t generally pick littermates, unless absolutely exceptional. Or like you said they have kennels and separate handlers for each dog.

2 pups in a house is a disaster waiting to happen.

[Snugglepiggy]

Not necessarily a disaster.We have a brother and sister -springer spaniels - and they are fantastic.However when we got them-from a KC breeder who was only having 2 litters max from her much loved dog ,and a fantastic set up at her home even we as experienced dog owners who ran a dog boarding business found the first few weeks hard going.But also great fun.
I should stress though that we pretty much separated them during the working day.Me walking and training the girl and DH the boy.We took them to training classes separately.It is very time consuming OP and our responsible breeder only allowed us to take 2 because we had the time and lifestyle to do it properly.We had initially only chosen one,but she had still not found a home for the other when we visited again.And we had aways had 2 dogs,albeit different ages.
It's a massive ask to have you basically house and behaviour train a dog for someone else.They should wait until the time is right to do it themselves.
Also pugs are notoriously difficult to house train.I am sorry to say it doesn't sound a great idea.Also are you fully prepared for innumerable toilet run outs in the dark and cold.Really ?Sorry to sound negative but please be realistic.