We have a 3-year-old Chiweenie who is very well-mannered and social. He knows how to interact appropriately with other dogs and loves playing with them at the park and with sitters. At home, his bed and bowls are normally in the kitchen since it’s the only non-carpeted area.
Last night, we brought home an 8-month-old Dachshund puppy. To give her her own space, I set up an X-pen in the kitchen with her own bed and bowls.
When they first met through the gate, our Chiweenie approached calmly to sniff her. She initially wagged her tail and sniffed him back, but then she growled. Our dog immediately walked away and left her alone.
Since then, she seems okay with him being nearby as long as his attention isn’t directed toward her. For example, when I was working in the kitchen and our dog was following me (focused on me, not her), she didn’t react even though he was close on the other side of the pen. However, as soon as he turns to look at her or tries to sniff in her direction, she growls.
I’ve also noticed that even when he’s farther away from the kitchen, she will stand watching him and growl if he looks at her. I am pretty sure this is out of fear as she is okay with us and wags her tail when we get close. It's more directed at our chiweenie.
I’m looking for advice on:
How to properly address or manage this behavior
The best way to help her get comfortable with him and build a positive relationship
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