How to know if two dogs get along?
Kennedi Boyer
2025-07-14 09:34:59
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To know if two dogs get along, start by establishing separate areas of the house for each dog using Dog Gates, Dog Crates or other equipment to keep them apart. Do not let the dogs interact again until both have a very strong understanding of the “Leave it” cue. You can begin working separately with each dog on deference skills, which means teaching each dog a “Leave it” cue. The goal is to train each dog to disengage from whatever behavior he is involved in and come to you immediately. Begin with something of moderate value to the dog and place the object of value in the center of the room, then with the dog on Leash, casually walk the dog by the object. When the dog notices the object say his name, then “Leave it” and using very gentle pressure on the collar move him toward you with your leash. Only then should you consider re-introducing dogs that have previously attacked one another. All dogs have their own personalities, and some are more amenable to canine interaction than others. If your dogs can’t seem to get along, your immediate concern should be for the dogs’ safety.
Marguerite Ledner
2025-07-04 00:06:54
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If they have a big, silly, open-mouthed grin, that’s already a good start. Often, their movements will be exaggerated: bouncy movements, and even exaggerated growling. Dogs may do the “play bow” when playing, where their front end is down, and back end is in the air. Sometimes, dogs trying to initiate play will slap their front legs down on the ground repeatedly. Although play-growling is exaggerated and friendly, it can be loud and can sound scary.
Julia Towne
2025-06-26 18:33:46
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When you're introducing two dogs to each other, first impressions matter. Start on neutral territory where you have plenty of space, like a park, open field, or quiet street. Start on opposite sides of your space walking the same direction. When one dog looks at the other one, they get a treat. If the dogs become too focused on each other, add more distance until they can successfully walk, take treats, and ignore each other. Slowly decrease the distance until the two humans can walk next to each other with the dogs to the far right and left of them, and can move forward without obsessing over the other dog. Once you’re consistently walking well, allow the dogs to circle and sniff each other for a few seconds then lead them away. Any time the dogs’ bodies go still, lead them away and take a break. Once you have several meetings where the dogs’ bodies appear relaxed, the next step is to try the two dogs loose in a fenced area so they can move around as they wish. Keep in mind: Some posturing and mild aggression can be normal as dogs become more comfortable, even after a successful first few days or weeks.