Aren't they just, wonderful dogs.

I have a mixed pack and there is no problem at all with size differences.More important than size is to appreciate the relative temperaments of the dogs you're putting into the mixture.My own littl'un is determined to commit suicide by Rottweiller and can't be introduced to any but the most easygoing big'uns (which does NOT include my Rotts!)My Saint B however is so laid back she's almost in reverse and she's always been ultra gentle with the little basket.[IMG][/IMG]
The only cautionary word about mixing giants and minis is that I wouldn't put a giant breed puppy with a tiny without strict supervision.Baby giants can break a mini dog in pure puppy enthusiasm and don't heed the warning growls.
PS:I'm not saying Rotts can't be mixed with small dogs - it's just MY Rotts with issues not the breed in general!

I have had bigs and smalls together without any problems The only thing I would say regarding exercise is the pace at which you walk on lead. When we had Lola and Teddy here to stay it was difficult as Lola struggled to go slow at the little ones pace yet if I walked at Lola's pace the little ones had to trot really fast to keep up, so that was a bit awkward but do-able.

Yes big dogs tend to be a bit more clumsy and Ozzy used to get terribly offended when Morse would try and get him to play by clobbering him over the head with a huge paw but again they get used to it.

Oh another thing I have just thought of, and that is greeting you, big dogs tend to push in and the little ones get left out or stood on Sometimes Ozzy would go off in a huff as he couldn't get a lick in edgewise with Morse in the way But a bit of manners and that problem can be sorted.

I know someone with two Leos (one fully grown, one young pup) and a Border Terror

Toro at 8 weeks ruled the roost

they play fight at her level lol

shes always been able to keep up too...

runs rings round Inka some times lol


she does have a heart murmur though so I am a bit cautious when we're out, but so far she'll do just as much as the big guys xx

Lovely lovely pictures, lovely dogs - beautiful colours. More please!!

Totally loving all these pics!
Whatever big dog I do decide to go for I would get as a puppy from a proper breeder.

If you get another dog as a puppy, what are the chances of it not getting on with the original dog(s)?

Hard to predict how they'll get along together as adults,for safety go opposite sex with the new one but as your littl'un is a toughie and can can take a bit of rough and tumble he(?) should be able to take plenty of puppy play with no more than minor contusions Two males can be fine together until 18months when the younger one's hormones kick in - and early neutering doesn't always prevent this.It doesn't always happen of course but when it does it's pretty scary.
I'd be inclined to get a 2 year old rescue dog instead of a purpose bred youngster.That way you can do a test drive with them together!A 'proper' rescue will have done temperament tests on the dog and will allow,nay insist!, that the two dogs like each other!Going to a 'proper' breeder gives you peace of mind about health issues (something a 'proper' rescue will know too) and early socialising having been done with your pup but it's no guarantee of a dog that will grow up to stay in love with your small dog.That's up to you and how you interact with the two of them.Chances are good that whatever road you go down everything will be fine.You get such comical photos too!Love the little bully pics on this thread.

I have a Leonberger who can be a bit of a lout and is very boisterous.
We rescued a little cross breed (pug crossed with a bit of cavalier or tibetan spaniel with think). They get on like a house on fire and skye the tiny one is definitely the boss.



She is a little whirl wind and does torment him sometimes

Oh I love that duo!! Haha - awesome