When is a dog too old to old to have a new puppy added to the family.

Having a puppy will keep your older dog younger longer. The pup will keep her active in mind and body. It would give her someone to talk canine with her. Our husky was 7 when we got him a puppy. Kai was never socialized as a pup. He doesn't like other dogs unless they are the same breed as he is. He wasn't sure what to make of the pup but they got along great. If she was never socialized as a pup try sticking with the same breed. I think you will be fine. Your pooch sounds like Kai with my hubby. The pup will attach herself to your daughter in no time. It will be good for the two of them.

I think this depends on the dogs attitude. If the dog is a nice dog and gets along well with others(pets and people), then it really doesnt matter when a new puppy is introduced. My beagle is 4 and we just added 2 chihuahuas and they get a long perfectly. My beagle loves meeting new people and animals. But the dog I had before my beagle, a schnouzer...lol spelling is wrong, when we introduced a dachsund to the family he didnt like him. My dog was 3 at the time. So mainly just how well the dog you already have is with others. If its the dog in your profile pic, then it looks nice, Im pretty sure itll like it.

Im assuming shes your avatar. She is beautiful. A dog is never to old to get another pup. She might be scared but eventually she will be fine with a new puppy. Dogs live in packs and enjoy the company of others. Make sure you pick a puppy with the same or lower level energy as your dog already has. Dont bring home a super excited pup if your dog is calm. Just causes problems. When you bring a new pup home make sure you still pay attention the the other. They can get jelouse. Just take it one day at atime and panda should adjust. Good luck!!

Since she is not aggressive, she would probably adjust ok. And since she's still playful, once they get acquainted she'd proably enjoy the playmate. However, one suggestion. Since she's obviously strongly bonded to you, do this. When the new puppy comes home don't bring it into the house yourself. You be with Panda while someone else brings it into the house. Preferably your daughter, as it will be her dog. Then Panda will associate the puppy with her. This lessens the jealousy factor. Don't try to force them to meet. Just let your daughter bring the puppy in, and her play with it as if Panda wasn't there. Let them choose their own time. Watch for Panda's reaction. Puppies are naturally curious and it will probably approach her. You stay by her so she feels secure. Speak in your 'momma' voice, you know, "Panda, this is your new friend, (his name). Isn't he sweet? (Puppy's name), this is Pandda. She is my special baby. She will be your friend soon." You pet the little one but keep one hand on Panda. Don't be picking the puppy up too much for the first little bit. You want to let Panda feel that this little guy is not here to take her place, especially with you. Reassure her that you love her more. Let you daughter be the 'momma' for the puppy. Let her shower the puppy with love. Once they become friends, you can get closer to it. We've never had a big jealousy problem with our animals, but each animal had his/her 'special person' and we always let them feel each other out on their own. If Panda shows any agression, pick her up and tell her calmly that she should not be so, that she is and always will be your special baby. Take her away from the puppy and stay with her for a bit, act as if the puppy doesn't exist, then try it again later. Just come back into the room where your daughter and the puppy are and you still keep your focus on Panda. Each pet needs to know that it is special to one family member. Pets are like kids, and us adults, they just don't want to be replaced :-) Panda has obviously already chosen you, as long as she isn't made to think that is in danger of changing, she'll probably be ok. If life makes you be away before they get comfy with one another, simply make sure they're separated, perhaps keep the puppy in daughter's room (with food, water, paper to potty on of course). Let them get acquainted with supervision. at feeding time, you feed Panda and let your daughter fill the puppy's bowl. Most of this stuff will be temporary until they bond. It is very likely that Panda will sort of adopt the little one anyway with a little time. Be aware that sniffing behinds, a little low growling etc are normal and how dogs meet one another. Don't interfere unless real anger becomes evident. They're gonna have to establish a dominance order. Since the puppy is a baby, it will most likely naturally assume a passive role to Panda. Once she is convinced of that she probably will pay him little heed at all. Good luck with your new furbaby. I hope you'll all be happy together and become one big happy family. We have brought puppies and kittens in with older cats and dogs and dogs in with cats all fine using these tricks. Now all are huge friends and most all sleep together in one big ol' furry pile. The older ones usually adopted the little ones very quickly, but for thee first while each sought the reassurance of it's 'person' that it was still that person's number one baby.

I love dogs so much!And your Panda is so cute.I think she is not to old to have another puppy,maybe she just wants you to love herself.Don't stress her.

what a co incidence.....one of my dogs is named panda as well.... he got some of your pandas qualities..... as long as you are giving those two dogs equal attention you shouldnt be guilty.