We're looking into adopting a Senior Pet (dog), and I'm wondering if any of you have experience with this. If we decide to adopt, I want to make it feel as welcome as possible.
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Give them some time to get used to their surroundings, give them space unless they come to you, and try to evaluate their personality for awhile. I made the mistake of trying to cuddle with my aggressive senior too early and was bitten, but I kept training him 2/
Make your new senior comfortable, give them a safe space to hide away if needed, whether that be a cage or a cave-bed. Have lots of blankets, toys, and treats ready for them, along with some tasty food. Be careful with picking them up, since some seniors can have 3/
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Aggression triggers that you don't know about yet. BUT - Your senior dog might be perfectly fine right away ^_^ It's just precautionary. If you want to talk more feel free to send me a DM!
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