Reassure me... Or tell me it's a terrible idea

[Lindsey Holt]

Hi all,

We currently have a 3.5 year old golden doodle, named Jake, who is a joy and I love so much.  We have an opportunity to get a cockapoo in about 8 to 10 weeks, mom is in labor now.

My hesitation is two fold...

1.  Jake doesn't really love other dogs and hasn't had much experience with other dogs for a variety of reasons.  He had a vaccine reaction so we don't go to dog parks and he hasn't been to daycare, he does have his titers checked and they are fine tho.  The little interaction he does have he is quite uncomfortable, not aggressive, just uneasy.

Can he accept another dog in our house or is this going to be a fiasco?

2.  He is my fur baby and I don't want him to love me less or feel less loved if we bring home another pup.  I realize this is probably crazy, but I just can't help but worry about it.

Reassure me fellow doodle and dog lovers or tell me this is a terrible idea...

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Since you asked, I wouldn't do it! What if Jake never accepts the new dog? He might, but what if he doesn't? Then you could be in a situation where you have to make a heartbreaking choice.