One more addition to the brat pack

If you already have a dog, then make sure you buy a breed that takes to your dog at home.

Some breeds get along with anything while others will fight almost any new dog that comes in. Female Welsh Corgis are terrible about accepting other female dogs. Other breeds were originally bred to fight other dogs, bulls or large game.

Check the history of possible breeds before purchasing one and bringing it in with your established pet. You may also want to investigate your present pet’s origins for the same reasons.

It must be remembered that whenever a new dog is introduced into the household, a hierarchy will be set up. Usually the older, established dog will be Alpha, the leader, and the newer dog will allow him or herself to be ruled.

These may change as the new puppy gets older and hormones kick in.