Hi

I am moving in with my partner in a couple of weeks and he has a 1yr old staffie dog, he's fantastic with people and other dogs. i have always had my heart set on a shar pei and think now would be a great time to get one that way we can both be introduced into his house together..i'm really just wondering if this is a good idea as i don't want to upset him too much any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Nicki

If it was me, I would wait a few months until I'm settled in the new house, then consider it. :)

I would want the Staff to be fully mature before introducing a puppy.  that would be about 3 years of age.  the Pet Shar Pei I have met are not the kind to take things lying down so would be inclined to question the older dogs authority if it wasn't fully established before he is mature.

You would of course have fewer problems if your choice of companion were a bitch, but you would have to think about having one neutered.  My choice would be the existing dog, as he has passed puberty, as I don't believe in spaying bitches before they reach sexual mental and physical maturity.

Even if you go for a bitch I would do as the other poster has said and establish yourself and your relationship with your boyfreinds Staffie. :D

And I think establishing your new relationship with your boyfriend as well - before stressing it with a new puppy :) :)

Daisy

Hi

Thanks for all your advice....think my sher pei will have to wait a while.

nicki