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Biewer Terriers and other dogs mostly get on well. But like us, Biewers don’t necessarily get on with every other dog that they comes across. So you should always be cautious when introducing your Biewer to another pooch for the first time.
It’s common to own more than one dog. In the US, 13% of homes have two dogs, while 3% have three dogs. There’s even 2% of homes that have more than three dogs living in their abodes. If you already have a Biewer Terrier or want to get one of these loveable tri-colored breeds of dog then you need to make sure that they can get along with other hounds.
So, sit back, get comfy, and read on as we’ll tell you all you need to know about Biewer Terriers and their ability to get on with other dogs.
Are Biewer Terriers sociable?
Biewer Terriers are well known for being sociable dogs. They are usually great with children, seniors, other dogs, a variety of animals, and more. Biewer Terriers can even live with cats!
Although Biewers are closely related to Yorkshire Terriers, they can be very different. Yorkies were initially bred to hunt rats, and working solo was there thing. Some Yorkies still prefer to be the only dog in their home because of this natural instinct.
On the other hand, a genetic mutation in Yorkies resulted in the creation of the Biewer Terrier. As Biewers have never hunted solo and don’t have any desire to either, they are sociable dogs that like to be around others.
Biewer Terriers & other dogs
Biewer Terriers can and do commonly get on with other dogs. My Biewer Terrier gets on well with my Yorkshire Terrier, as well as other dogs in our family, including a Maltese and a Bichon Frise.
But one problem my Biewer Terrier has is that he doesn’t like big dogs or very small dogs, such as Chihuahuas. He’s absolutely fine with dogs that are smaller than him but when little and large dogs are around, he tries to start on them!
Of course, my experience of one Biewer Terrier isn’t a hard and fast rule. There’s no reason why Biewer Terriers can’t get on with all other dogs.
The dogs Biewer Terriers get on best with
In my experience, Biewer Terriers get on best with dogs that are a similar size to them. My Biewer Terrier is fairly big for a Biewer (around 5.5 kg), but as a general rule, a Biewer Terrier should weigh between 1.8 kg and 3.6 kg.
If your Biewer Terrier is an average size, the dogs he’ll most likely get on best with are:
- Chihuahua: The tiniest of all dog breeds, known for their big personalities and devotion.
- Pomeranian: Fluffy and playful with an energetic personality.
- Maltese: Sweet, gentle, and famous for their long, silky hair.
- Papillon: Elegant with butterfly-like ears, known for their intelligence and athleticism.
- Yorkshire Terrier: Feisty and loves attention, sporting a longhaired coat.
- Toy Poodle: Intelligent, trainable, and hypoallergenic with a curly coat.
- Russian Toy: Delicate, graceful, and enjoys playing fetch.
Naturally, you expect a Biewer to get on with a Yorkie, after all, they come from the same family! And, as I already mentioned, my Biewer Terrier is great friends with a Maltese and a Bichon Frise.
Introducing a Biewer Terrier To Another Dog
If your Biewer Terrier has never been around other dogs or it’s been a while since another pooch was in its life, it’s best to take these steps:
Keep both dogs on a leash
All dogs can be unpredictable. Don’t risk either dog’s safety by giving them free roam with each other. Instead, keep both your Biewer and the other dog on their leashes and let them ‘get to know’ each other like this. This way, you can easily step in and separate them, if need be.
Little & often
Any dog that’s used to being on its own needs time to adjust to a new dog in its life. If you’re moving a new dog into your Biewer Terrier’s home, give them small bursts of time together frequently. This will show your Biewer that you still love them while allowing them to adjust to life with a new furry friend.
Closely supervise
Dog trainer, Brad Phifer, previously told WebMD that it takes 2 to 4 weeks for dogs to get used to and accept each other. During this time, you must closely supervise your Biewer Terrier and any other dogs. Never leave them alone together, for example, in the yard or if you go to work. Instead, put them in different rooms of your home or in separate crates until you’re 100% sure that they’re best buds.
