New Dog – New Best Friend and the Loyal Friend You Already Have

Some dogs simply will not get along with a new dog being introduced into the household. Certain breeds and individuals can be territorial and possessive; his opinion is, this is my house, my toys, my food, my owner, my bed, etc. The new dog is viewed as an intruder.

Dogs and Children Together Require Thought and Care

Your children and your dog can be best buddies, or there can be friction between the two. Both dog and child need to be trained to respect each other. Otherwise you will find yourself having to scold one or the other—or both. There has to be a good match between the temperament of your child and that of the dog.