It’s really important that you introduce your resident dogs and the new puppy to each other so that you can prevent immediate or future acts of aggressive behavior by one or both parties. Put yourself in your puppy’s shoes: your new puppy would have to adjust to a brand new environment (a new place to stay plus new “neighbor” animals or dogs), and this situation would be quite stressful for your new puppy. It would be a lot more stressful if your resident dogs would display dominance.
In this period of transition, you as the pet owner would need to step up and provide all the support you can give to your beloved new puppy. Let him explore his new environment with your guidance. If you have a family, the entire household must be supportive and welcoming as well. When it comes to the resident dogs, the introduction and interaction between them and the new puppy must be gradual to make it easier for both parties.
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