SECTION 4: ANY NEED TO BE HOUSED WITH, OR APART FROM OTHER ANIMALS
Relations with other dogs
Your dog should be able to interact safely with dogs and other pets
4.1. Dogs learn 'good manners' by interacting with other dogs. All dogs learn social skills from other dogs which is why it is important for your puppy to socialise with good-tempered adult dogs, within a secure and safe environment.
Owning more than one dog
4.2. Owners should think carefully about the size of their property and the financial and time implications of having more than one dog. It is also important to take into account your dog's likely acceptance of other dogs within its home territory.Your vet or pet-care specialist will be able to offer further advice on this.
Relations with other animals and the environment
Be aware of how your dog reacts to people and other animals
4.3. Children, and adults who are not familiar with dogs, need to be aware that a dog should not be disturbed when resting, sleeping or eating, nor should it be forced to play or be carried around. Such interaction can encourage aggressive behaviour. There are various programmes available to teach children how to interact and play correctly with dogs ( See Appendix 2).
4.4. You should also be aware of how your dog responds to unfamiliar dogs, cats and other animals and keep it under suitable control if it does not mix well with other pets.