Would really love another dog...

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...But, the dog i have now isnt very dog friendly. hes never bit anything else but he has chased others in the park (not caught anything) and is very bouncy and seem a bit jealous.

So would i be wrong getting another?

If i did i'd want a puppy as iv been told her would take more to a puppy.

And what would be the best way to introduce another?

Please be honest (i know most of you are VERY honest :o ) I wouldnt want to buy a dog and have to sell on due to it not getting on with mine. I believe a dog is for life
 
Are you sure you are not over worrying how he is with other dogs?
If he never really interacts with other dogs in a safe, controlled, environment, how do you know? He doesn't like the worst in the world to me, don't be offended but you sound like you are projecting a little bit onto him?
Maybe if you were a bit more firm and confident (you sound a bit scared of his reactions, which are just doggy behaviour traits!) then he may improve.

The last line is the one that worries me, if you are already contemplating having to sell a dog on that you don't have yet because it won't get on with your own, then I would wait x
 
CC i think your are exactly right, i think i do over worry about how he is.
I do think hes just very playful with other dogs and i worry with his big bouncy attitude and think it might turn nasty.

I am firm with him. I make him sit and wait when we see others and praise him when he listens and doesnt over react.

I only said the last part as i did expect someone to come straight on and say that i do have to think about that as an option if it didnt work out. It wouldnt be something i would think about. Id give it time of course.

I do just worry too much :o
 
I have a rescue pointer cross, and he is really, really boisterous with other dogs. He plays with them quite hard (sits on them, mouths them, rolls them about with his nose, chases them).
But, he has never once hurt another dog, and we regularly look after three neighbors dogs, and they come into his home, and he accepts them just fine!

I'd suggest trying to socialise him more with other dogs (owners willing ofc), seeing how he reacts for a few weeks, then consider it again?

Have you thought about rescuing? They usually let you take your dog (if it is safe) to socialise with your potential rescue before you make the decision :)

I'd definately wait untill you are completely sure untill you commit to anything mind! My dog is the nuttiest creature that walks the planet, but I wouldn't change him for the world!
 
Lila why dont you and your dog enroll for some training classes of some sort? then he will mix and interact with other dogs in a constructive environment (and its fun too for both of you and you meet new friends and dog walking/play companions!!) then in a few months you will have a better trained/socialised dog and will be able to make a better judgement as to whether he will accept another dog in your home and both your lives. and it will be heading into spring and more daylight meaning more outside time which is better for introducing a new dog.!! there are many lovely recue dogs about and by march/april there sadly will be some xmas puppy cast offs. Good luck. most dogs enjoy company and an alpha owner who loves them.
 
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