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[quote=Anonymous]I have two female pit mixes, both shelter rescues, that sleep on each other, share a crate, and became besties in a few short weeks. My older dog was actually kinda neurotic (abused to near-death as a puppy), which is why I got her a friend to help her 'learn how to dog' better. Ask the shelter/breeder/vet/whoever to recommend dogs who are pro-social and easygoing, and listen to their recommendations, even if you think the dog might be the wrong breed/mix. The sex or breed matters less than the dog's temperament, and what matters most is how you introduce them. Read up on that process, be ready to keep them totally separate for as long as it takes for the new dog to settle in, and have competent handlers ready to hold each dog for introductions. Don't rush that process! Make sure your working relationship with your current dog is solid, [b]that you know their fear and aggression cues and warning signs[/b], and that you'll have adequate time to spent solo attention time with each dog. Get out in front of any resource-guarding or territorial concerns. If you don't know how to do that already, research it and work with a qualified trainer BEFORE you get another dog. A crappy introduction can be really hard to overcome.[/quote]
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