Guest k9soul Posted February 3, 2014 Share Posted February 3, 2014 I saw this piece today on Patricia McConnell's Facebook and it really struck me as great information, especially in the matter of adding an adult dog to a home with dogs in it already. This part in particular stood out to me. I've been there as far as the "What have I done?" thoughts. One of the most common mistakes I’ve seen from owners of multi-dog households is unrealistic expectations. New dogs can’t settle into a new household in a week or so—it can take up to a year for a new dog to settle into a new routine. Expectations can also set owners up for a lot of soul searching and “buyer’s remorse.” Wondering “Oh no, what have I done!” is a common reaction to the slightest misbehavior of a new dog, even among experienced professionals. Full article here: http://www.patriciamcconnell.com/theotherendoftheleash/adopting-a-dog-into-a-multi-dog-household There are a few things I'd do different now from when I brought Rudy home. The learning never ends! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lynne893 Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 All I can say is THANK YOU for the article-- the timing couldn't be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a_daerr Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 Very helpful article. I've had moments of "OMG, WHAT HAVE I DONE?" with both of my dogs. It does get better with time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krissn333 Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 I've had a few of those moments with Clarice She has definitely been a handful but we are making progress. Quote Kristin in Moline, IL USA with Ozzie (MRL Crusin Clem), Clarice (Clarice McBones), Latte and Sage the IGs, and the kitties: Violet and Rose Lovingly Remembered: Sutra (Fliowa Sutra) 12/02/97-10/12/10, Pinky (Pick Me) 04/20/03-11/19/12, Fritz (Fritz Fire) 02/05/01 - 05/20/13, Ace (Fantastic Ace) 02/05/01 - 07/05/13, and Carrie (Takin the Crumbs) 05/08/99 - 09/04/13. A cure for cancer can't come soon enough.-- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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