Bringing a puppy home is an exciting time for all of the family, but a new arrival can be problematic for households who already own a dog.
In a viral TikTok video shared by owner Carly Den (@carlydenn11), two golden retrievers can be seen standing near a sofa. The onscreen text introduces them as the 4-year-old and "the annoying puppy who won't leave her alone."
It's clear to see who is who, as the white dog called Frankie appears to be fed up with the energetic younger pup who is wearing a cone. The footage starts with the puppy whacking Frankie with a teddy then she begins to bite her paws.
The video captioned: "The SMACK with the toy at the beginning is sending me," has amassed 2.3 million views and 445,000 likes.
Frankie has been praised by many in the comment section.
One user said: "She has the patience of a saint."
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"She's so brave, she's well-behaved, she is not afraid," said another.
A third commenter wrote: "Don't just stand there, help her."
Den replied: "I do!!! They're besties and just need a break every once in a while."
According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), it is completely normal "not to love a puppy." As you can imagine, not all dogs are going to find joy in being a chew toy for a new puppy, nor being jumped on.
Some dogs may retaliate by growling to tell the pup to go away and that is fine. However, the AKC points out a dog should never bite the puppy, if this does happen, owners are advised to consult a veterinary behaviorist.
This isn't the case for Frankie, though, as she manages to keep her cool. She has been praised in the comments section by many including her owner.
@carlydenn11 the SMACK with the toy at the beginning is sending me
♬ original sound - carlydenn
Den referred to her as a "a super gentle natured dog" and explained that they spend most of their time apart.
She told one user: "Just gotta make sure they have plenty of alone time and boundaries are drawn. It'll pass!!"
Indeed, dogs can learn to like the new family pet, but it can take time. Mary Burch, a certified applied animal behaviorist and American Kennel Club (AKC) Family Dog director previously told Newsweek how to introduce a puppy to a dog.
How To Introduce a Puppy to an Older Dog
She believes "the best introduction will be one that is calm and systematic."
Burch advises against leaving the two canines together and expecting them to work it out. Instead, the following steps provided by Burch should be followed and owners are advised against forcing a friendship.
- Ensure both the puppy and the older dog have their own beds and toys, and make sure to equally divide your attention between them upon the puppy's arrival.
- If the puppy exhibits overly energetic behavior, such as jumping on or biting the older dog, provide a safe space for the older dog to retreat and relax.
- Organize brief, leashed walks for both dogs, requiring two people so each dog can be individually handled.
- Maintain a gap between the puppy and the older dog during initial interactions. Over time, they can be allowed to mingle without leashes in a secure, enclosed space.
- To ensure the puppy has enough activity, engage them in enough exercise so they are more inclined to rest peacefully at home, minimizing any annoyance to the older dog.
- Conduct daily, brief training sessions with both dogs, focusing on basic commands like "sit" and "down."
- Reward the older dog with a treat for successfully staying seated, and entice the puppy into a sitting position with a treat. This practice will become an enjoyable and rewarding activity for both dogs.
Newsweek has reached out to @carlydenn11 for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the video.
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