Yea, I'm a SAHM, so the only times they are left alone is about once a week, while we run to the store, and whatever other errands there are to run, so maybe 2 hours.
Whenever we do have to leave the house, Red gets crated. For one, for his protection, and for two, cause he is a pup and prone to chew. So I crate him with some chew toys.
I'm hoping over the next weeks Dew will come around more. I've noticed too that he seems absolutely fine with Red out on walks, and about 50% more lax when we're outback playing in the yard. But then in the house he's a grouch.Right now I'm explaining that with the reasoning that most the time, when we are in the house, Dew sleeps. (YK, in between walks and playing)
With the reassurance that Dew's behavior is normal I'm much more at ease!
So far it's not worrisome. Well, I have to admit, I don't even let it get there. If I see Red's heading for Dew and I feel that Dew may not be in the mood for him, I do remind Dew to be good. Most the time all I need to do there is look at him. I think 80% of his aversion stems from jealousy.
Had a similar situation when we brought in Eli and Zeke wasn't thrilled about it. Zeke wore a muzzle for a while when they were loose together. It just takes time. Its been over a year now and Zeke still gets a little over protective of J and sometimes growls if Eli gets too close... But we jut put Z in his place and thats that.
I'd give it some time and they'll adjust.
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