I actually feel that the sooner the puppy becomes part of the family the better, but with a few exceptions. I never leave a puppy with an adult when I am gone. I have my chis in xpens. The four older girls stay in one and the puppy in the other, or should I say puppies. They get to see each other and the smells bond, but not be able to pick at the smaller one. When I am home they can be out, but if there are any problems then they all have to go to their respective pens. They learn right away to get a long. I have 6 chis in my house and they all get along very well. Don't get me wrong, they have their moments, but we have never had any major fights. Actually I have never seen a major fight between any fo the chis. They may try to control the food dish or their bed, but they all know that I am the one on top...and what I say goes.LOL 
Little steps, lots of love... :wave: :wink:
Little steps, lots of love... :wave: :wink:
