When I add a new pup not of my own breeding, it has its space in the house and the older dogs get their space. The pup needs to learn its independence and has plenty of time to be with the older dog. I do not shut the older dog away from the pup so it can keep the pup company if it wants, but I do not force that company. Even with pups of my own breeding, the pups sleep in the kitchen in their crates at night and the adults have the run of the house as always. This has worked well for me now and I am working on my 6th and 7th berner pups.....
Molly and the gang Charlottesville, VA
