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New 5 month old puppy
My family has had a male terrier that's 2 years old, and we just got a new female terrier puppy that's 5 months old. They play together outside but when it comes down to it my 2 year old is very jealous, when she tries to follow him or lay down with him he immediately gets up and walks away. It's really sad and my family doesn't know what to do!
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There is nothing to do. Both dogs are being heathy.
Your five month old is still learning doggy manners, and getting ignored is part of how your older dog is teaching her about boundaries and respect. As long as the older dog isn't snapping at her or bullying her, then this is perfectly fine. Puppies are lots of work for an older dog - it's cool for him to want space. I'm not sure why you are calling this jealousy...
As the pup grows up and calms down, you'll probably find the older one has more patience and willingness to chill out together.
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