attacking puppies - Page 2

I see now the male's behavior has come into question. First- before any feedback is given, we really should know whether or not the male was being genuinely aggressive or roughhousing. Second- He might have been reacting out of jealousy. Granted, not pleasant--but more understandable. Third--If he is being Dominant and hurts any unknown puppy that he meets away from special circumstances (such as jealousy), then in MY book---that dog leaves something to be desired. It's just not acceptable. More than likely, it's a combination between the first and second options---The dogs will have to be carefully introduced, more on neutral ground. I would keep a barrier between the two, and let the older male see that "mom" hasn't forgotten him---but, she must also let the male know that "he is dead meat, if one hair on that puppy is touched".

Right 4 pack. I don't think he is attacking my puppy. I just think he is giving her a warning. He is 80 lbs and she is only 22 lbs so if he wanted to attack her and do real damage Im sure he could. He wasn't playing I know that and maybe he is a jealous and I have another female who is in season and I feel like that might be the case also. Thanks everyone for your feed back. I'm going to take the puppy to the vet right now. I know my dog has an excellent temperament because he has never done this before but he has never been introduced to a puppy and then being around another female in season.

I just came from the vet, he gave me some amoxicillin, and Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution he said both of these is to prevent infection and for inflamatioin. He also gave her a shot of antibitiotic. Thanks everyone for your help. Also he didn't say anything about there being a temperament issue with my male whom he has known since he was 8 wks. He siad when females come in season it can do and make males act in strange ways. Thanks everyone.

I personally feed RYMADEL when I have a dog needing both pain releaf and swelling reduction...It has NO steriods so I used it on my pregnant female when she twisted her ankle...Yes, it was vet recommened...This is just a "band aid" you still need to take your little baby to the vet soon as you can. Please let us know what happens, okay? GOOD LUCK, and have a Happy Thanksgiving! Krista blueskyekennels@msn.com

No tylenol, advil, motrin, ibuprofen, etc, etc, etc... ever..... if your dog needs something to reduce swelling, it needs to see a vet..

gimme10- Glad the vet could help you. It's also admirable how you are standing up for your male--wonderful to see. One should never turn on one dog because another has entered the scene. Just a small word of caution, though. I don't really think you know what actually happened, and until you're really sure that he can be totally trusted, I'd put up a gate between the pup and him for the time being. I'd take things a little slower there--maybe ignore the pup somewhat and show him a little more attention. I'd probably refer to the pup as "his" little friend, and say "Oh, how's your baby." Congratulate and praise him with "You're such a good boy, taking care of pup". I know it probably sounds silly--but, it always worked for me. I even pull that same line when my youngster, Joe, stars to pull apart an expensive stuffed toy that talks. I use that an exaggerated sad voice and say "Oh, you're not hurting your baby. Awh, Joe....-- works every time. Whether he was jealous or just highly annoyed, the pup got hurt. It would probably be highly advantageous to you if he actually liked the pup and wanted to protect her. Best of luck, gimme10. Happy Thanksgiving!

Puppies should only be allowed around extremely docile dogs that have basically no inclination to aggression. Best if you have an old dog that will tolerate being mauled and roughed up by them. There are some dogs like that and they are great for raising pups on. Builds their confidence. Most adult males will not easily tolerate pups. They'll generally stop short of really hurting them, but it depends on what you consider "hurt". Some will kill pups. Don't take chances.

I agree with good temperment an adult should not be overly agrressive towards a pup. The bitch being in heat might be effecting him but then the pup is female. I would suggest you keep the male away from the pup.

As warnings to those who think adults must play with puppies - recently a friend of mine lost a 4 month old puppy bitch that was gutted by an adult male. This adult had been allowed access to puppies in the past and never hurt them. Another had a 3 month old puppy bitch killed by an adult bitch, not her dam, when they were put together to "socialize". These were not GSD's but why take that chance with any breed? Not me.

Tylenol is perfectly SAFE to give a dog on occasion. It is CATS that have a problem with it. When my dog needed to have her spleen out due to an injury the top specialists in the area prescribed Tylenol 3 and Percocet. I used them for a few days but still prefer more natural choices when I can. Having said that the concern with a swoolen face would be infection. Tylenol will only help pain, it is not an anti-inflamatory like Asprin would be. Arnica is likley the best choice in many situations as it deals with swelling, brusing and pain. My bigger concern would be emotionally what the pup will be going through having been attacked that severly by an adult dog. At the wrong age this can cause longer term dog aggression/fear issues for the pup.