introducing new lab puppy

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    introducing new lab puppy

    I'm about to get a black lab puppy. I was wondering if anyone knew how i can introduce my new puppy to my black lab at home.

    Thanks for the help :)
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    • Gold Top Dog

    Hi,

    The best thing is to walk them together first in a neutral place, keep them moving forward and slowly close the gap so one can smell the other. Never face to face, after they have walked a while, then take them to a fenced area where they can be off leash with plenty of space, then after they have walked, met off leash and are tired then take them to the home and keep a close eye. Be sure to remove any food and toys that may cause an issue. Typically with puppies an intro is easy, but just to keep them safe it's good practice to not leave them alone together until you are sure they are ok. Is the Lab at home ok with other dogs? If yes, then things should work out fine, the key is to walk them together first. Good luck and please keep us posted.