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50 Dogs Who Had Their Perfect Lives Ruined After Their Owners Got Them A Younger Sibling
No one will ever feel the pain of being an older bro or sis unless they are one. And contrary to what they say, it’s not always fun. The truth is, younger siblings are annoying little creatures who get away with anything.
Luckily, these adorable dogs are on our side. Bored Panda has compiled a list with painfully hilarious, yet all too relatable senior dogs who got their nerves played by their infant siblings.
And for those who ask how come hoomans and doggos are BFFs, well, this is the answer right here in these cute photos. They get it.
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He Loves His New Sister
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My Boyfriend's Dog's Reaction To The New Puppy
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"He's A Little A***e" - Walter On Max
Humans and dogs are best friends for a reason—we are all too similar. Both we and our pet puppies often struggle with sibling rivalry. For dogs, though, it may be for many reasons, from territory to personality. But the most important territory for any pet is their owner. And the access to your attention can be a biggie.
Bored Panda contacted Ryan Neile, the head of animal behavior at Blue Cross, to find out why some dog siblings don’t get along that well. It turns out, just like human families, "sibling dogs don’t always get along.”
The reason is partly that these family pets do crave their owner’s attention and love the company of their humans. Ryan explained: “Puppies may compete with each other for anything they consider to be important so try and make sure the needs of all dogs in the household are all treated equally—it’s fun to share play, games, and training with all the family to make sure no one is getting left out.”
#4
When You Lose The Receipt To Return Your Little Sister
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Like Please Take That Thing Back
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When You Just Woke Up And She Wants To Play
Most of the sibling rivalry is, contrary to what we think, very subtle. “Owners may not understand the puppy’s paw placed on top of a toy—or your foot—that claims ownership,” writes dog behavior expert Amy in a piece for The Spruce Pets. She reminds us that “the world of dogs is not a democracy.” And this mean there’s likely to be a pet that comes out on top and “the winner may be different from room to room.”
If you’re thinking of introducing a new dog to the household, make sure you do it carefully. “If you have an older dog and are getting a new puppy, it is important to make sure your existing dog isn’t getting tired out or bothered by a super active young puppy,” warns Ryan. It’s up to owners to keep an eye on play and make sure if play gets too excitable, it’s time out. “Excitement and high stimulation can sometimes turn when one dog gets fed up.”
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My Sister Sent Me A Photo Of Her Dog And New Puppy. Man, That Face
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Watson Thought If He Just Didn't Look At The Problem It Would Go Away
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Who Else Ruined Their Older Dog’s Life By Getting Them A Younger Sibling?
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It Was At This Moment Hank Regretted Asking For A Little Brother
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Abby Is Being So Patient With The New Puppy
Linda HS 4 years ago
What a beautiful old soul...patient and carrying. You have a winner here!
Artsy Demon 4 years ago
the fact that she's a golden makes me sad. now i miss my nana's golden retriever named Abby
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There Are Two Dogs In This Picture
Perfumista Perfumista 4 years ago (edited)
just want to take pug out from under and cuddle him
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If I Stay Still Maybe The Pup Will Go Away
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My Dog Not As Amused With The New Puppy As We Are
Fred and George Weasley 4 years ago
is your dog on the left a cross between a husky and chihuahua? just curious
#15
I Heard My Older Lab Crying And Came Out To Find His Little Brother Blocking The Stairs
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"It's Happening Again, Isn't It?" - Walter
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Our New Dog Pepper! Sarge Is A Little Confused Though
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Little Brother Is So Annoying
#20
Old Boy Is Heckin Annoyed At New Girl
#21
How Your Dog Feels When You Bring Home A "Cute" New Puppy
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Dude Just Got A Sister. It’s A Bit Of An Adjustment. Meet Boo (On The Left)
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It’s A Sibling Thing
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Her Face Says It All
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Apollo: “Dis Is Not Da Toy I Wanted.” Aurora: “I Is Not A Toy!”
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My Six Year Old Pyr Milo And His New Baby Brother Rumi
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Annoying Little Brother
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That Moment When You Regret What You Started With Big Brother
#29
When You Get Caught Bullying Your Younger Sibling
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"Goblin Is Annoyed" - Walter
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Annoying Little Sister
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The Face You Make When Your Mom Makes You Bring Your Little Brother With You
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When Your Little Brother Is Being Annoying, But Your Mom Is Standing Right There
#34
Yes, Rosco Has Ruined Riley’s Remaining Years
#35
Little Help, Hooman?
#36
Does Anyone Else Have An Ear Chewing Problem In Their Home?
Zelda Blue 4 years ago
My labradoodle puppy is constantly chewing on my Whippet's ears, she get so annoyed. But it keeps us entertained.
#37
This Was The Day We Got Our Dachshund. Jack, The Boston, Is Not Sure What To Think
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Just Relaxin On His Brother
#39
Not Sure How My Dog Feels About Her New Foster Sister
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"This Thing Is Eight Weeks Old... How Did She Beat Me?!"
fro_st puppy 4 years ago
i read that older dogs will usually let the younger dog win. that's so sweet
#41
Charlie Loves His Big Brother Cliff
#42
The Look Says It All
#43
2 Of My 4 Danes, Honey The Giant And Cookie The Crushed
StinkyMonkey 4 years ago
I'm mostly interested in why there's a barstool on top of Cookie the Crushed.
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My Older And Smaller Dog With His Younger And Bigger Sibling
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Younger Sibling Car Trip Mischief. She's A Cute Jerk
#46
He Loves His Little Brother, I Swear
#47
Little Luna, Annoying The Crap Out Of Her Big Sister
#48
Kinsley Loves Her New Seat In The Truck. Her Big Sister Isn't At All Happy About It
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"Who Else Ruined Their Older Dog’s Life By Getting Them A Younger Sibling?" - I Did
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Shelli Aderman 4 years ago
There’s a LOT of sitting on and biting of... not so different from the hooman siblings, actually! 🤣
Lsai Aeon 4 years ago
Can't have dogs here, but when I had ferrets, Stitch did this to his (larger) little brother Dante Stitch-bur...e60092.jpg 
Lsai Aeon 4 years ago
That's uncooked rice, like a kids sand box to play in
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Martha Meyer 4 years ago
I think getting a puppy when you have an old dog is not the best idea. They have such different needs at these ages and the old dogs should be able to get some peace.
Liam Walsh 4 years ago
Depends on quite a few things though - some dogs love the company of others and it can really perk them up. Don't forget they are very sociable creatures generally. I've always had two dogs at the same time but different ages and when one passes the other sometimes really misses them. Like humans they are vastly different and their individual needs should be taken into account.
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logical fallacy 4 years ago
Those are adorable, but I have to say it worries me a little when I see an older, smaller dog get a big baby sibling, because a puppy doesn't really understand it can cause damage to a small dog who might not be as agile or even have fragile bones and so on.
Monday 4 years ago
On the flipside of that. We had an old dog that we were convinced wasn't going to last another year, poor old girl was rapidly going backwards. We ended up getting a puppy and our old dog perked right up and was playing like she was a puppy again. She lived another 4 years and I wholeheartedly believe I have that puppy (now an old timer himself) to thank for that.
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Diandra “Mss Didi” Blackthorn 4 years ago
A good practice is to bring the older dog to be a part of choosing the new dog. Forcing someone on you who then stays sucks and is cruel and unnecessary torture...
Ruth Beaty 4 years ago
Oh lol, we got our 3 year old Lab mix a puppy, 7 months old, because I thought she was lonely. I was soooo wrong. She put the puppy in her place and then the cats bullied her too. Poor baby, but she's sweetie anyway. They were 9 and 6 when I was told I "needed" another dog my daughter rescued, now the middle one is bullied by him too. Old girl just gives him what for when he pushes her too hard about who's the boss. Daily life at the funny farm with three dogs.
kalle1724 4 years ago
We have 3 babies... 11, 4 and 2ys old. Having puppies around keeps our old girl young and active when she probably would just be lazy. The middle pup which we've been with since her day 1( family friends dog puppies) would attempt to nurse on our older girl once we actually brought het home. She is the self proclaimed ring leader and is highly protective of her sisters. Now, the baby...she is a redbone coonhoound and anyone who has a hound in their life knows that they are just lovable idiots.
Rachel Borowyckyj 4 years ago
This doesn't really happen with my dogs, because, I have an Irish Wolf Hound (who is the younger brother) and another dog which is about 30 centermeters tall. The only thing with when my little dog takes the big bed, my big dog is a sook and walks over to me to tell my little dog to get off.
Bird lover 3 years ago
my brother who lives near and visits me a lot got a lab puppy and my Newfie loves him... a bit too much. the poor thing gets smothered with slobber!!! XD
Claudia Calabrese 4 years ago
I would never ever bring home a young dog when the other only one is very old. It's a problem because the old one can't play like the young wants and probably his bones hurt. And it's like telling the old dog, you can die whenever you want because I already have a new one. It's different when you already have 2 dogs: one younger who can play with the pup. It's just an addition to the clan, not a substitution.
sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
A very interesting post, nice to see the siblings how hey adjust !!!
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago (edited)
Very serious problems (for big bro or sis), the pictures are funny though, few are scary (abusive?).
Kent Fishburn 4 years ago
So inconsiderate. The old dog is used to things just so. Trying to enjoy the final years. And these morons bring in a ball of energy puppy to be their crutch when the older family member finally dies. Are they not thinking? Uncaring? Stupid? Mix of all three?
kalle1724 4 years ago
I would correct your ignorance, but clearly you are not a dog owner and would never get it.
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Mini Shnauzer 4 years ago
I have a mini schnauzer (as the username implies), and we just got him a little brother who is half Scottish Deerhound, half Greyhound. As you can imagine, now his little brother is much larger than him and is still very, very puppy-like at only six months old. So this post is basically the story of my life.
Marnie 4 years ago
The title is so annoying, I'm leaving this hear and then running away from this page quickly. Your adult dog is not your child, and thus a new dog is not their sibling. It's insulting. An adult dog is not your baby or your child. It is an adult animal.
Mainecoonsandhuskies 4 years ago
What do you mean s****y dogs? I don't know what's your deal dude but this article is here for A little happiness during these dark times. You don't need to judge them because they don't have kids either. It's their choice and their dogs, if you don't like these things don't comment on it. By the way I don't know what crappy government you have that kills dogs for no reason.
Load More Replies... Shelli Aderman 4 years ago
There’s a LOT of sitting on and biting of... not so different from the hooman siblings, actually! 🤣
Lsai Aeon 4 years ago
Can't have dogs here, but when I had ferrets, Stitch did this to his (larger) little brother Dante Stitch-bur...e60092.jpg
Lsai Aeon 4 years ago
That's uncooked rice, like a kids sand box to play in
Load More Replies... Martha Meyer 4 years ago
I think getting a puppy when you have an old dog is not the best idea. They have such different needs at these ages and the old dogs should be able to get some peace.
Liam Walsh 4 years ago
Depends on quite a few things though - some dogs love the company of others and it can really perk them up. Don't forget they are very sociable creatures generally. I've always had two dogs at the same time but different ages and when one passes the other sometimes really misses them. Like humans they are vastly different and their individual needs should be taken into account.
Load More Replies... logical fallacy 4 years ago
Those are adorable, but I have to say it worries me a little when I see an older, smaller dog get a big baby sibling, because a puppy doesn't really understand it can cause damage to a small dog who might not be as agile or even have fragile bones and so on.
Monday 4 years ago
On the flipside of that. We had an old dog that we were convinced wasn't going to last another year, poor old girl was rapidly going backwards. We ended up getting a puppy and our old dog perked right up and was playing like she was a puppy again. She lived another 4 years and I wholeheartedly believe I have that puppy (now an old timer himself) to thank for that.
Load More Replies... Diandra “Mss Didi” Blackthorn 4 years ago
A good practice is to bring the older dog to be a part of choosing the new dog. Forcing someone on you who then stays sucks and is cruel and unnecessary torture...
Ruth Beaty 4 years ago
Oh lol, we got our 3 year old Lab mix a puppy, 7 months old, because I thought she was lonely. I was soooo wrong. She put the puppy in her place and then the cats bullied her too. Poor baby, but she's sweetie anyway. They were 9 and 6 when I was told I "needed" another dog my daughter rescued, now the middle one is bullied by him too. Old girl just gives him what for when he pushes her too hard about who's the boss. Daily life at the funny farm with three dogs.
kalle1724 4 years ago
We have 3 babies... 11, 4 and 2ys old. Having puppies around keeps our old girl young and active when she probably would just be lazy. The middle pup which we've been with since her day 1( family friends dog puppies) would attempt to nurse on our older girl once we actually brought het home. She is the self proclaimed ring leader and is highly protective of her sisters. Now, the baby...she is a redbone coonhoound and anyone who has a hound in their life knows that they are just lovable idiots.
Rachel Borowyckyj 4 years ago
This doesn't really happen with my dogs, because, I have an Irish Wolf Hound (who is the younger brother) and another dog which is about 30 centermeters tall. The only thing with when my little dog takes the big bed, my big dog is a sook and walks over to me to tell my little dog to get off.
Bird lover 3 years ago
my brother who lives near and visits me a lot got a lab puppy and my Newfie loves him... a bit too much. the poor thing gets smothered with slobber!!! XD
Claudia Calabrese 4 years ago
I would never ever bring home a young dog when the other only one is very old. It's a problem because the old one can't play like the young wants and probably his bones hurt. And it's like telling the old dog, you can die whenever you want because I already have a new one. It's different when you already have 2 dogs: one younger who can play with the pup. It's just an addition to the clan, not a substitution.
sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
A very interesting post, nice to see the siblings how hey adjust !!!
Christina Uhlir 4 years ago (edited)
Very serious problems (for big bro or sis), the pictures are funny though, few are scary (abusive?).
Kent Fishburn 4 years ago
So inconsiderate. The old dog is used to things just so. Trying to enjoy the final years. And these morons bring in a ball of energy puppy to be their crutch when the older family member finally dies. Are they not thinking? Uncaring? Stupid? Mix of all three?
kalle1724 4 years ago
I would correct your ignorance, but clearly you are not a dog owner and would never get it.
Load More Replies... Mini Shnauzer 4 years ago
I have a mini schnauzer (as the username implies), and we just got him a little brother who is half Scottish Deerhound, half Greyhound. As you can imagine, now his little brother is much larger than him and is still very, very puppy-like at only six months old. So this post is basically the story of my life.
Marnie 4 years ago
The title is so annoying, I'm leaving this hear and then running away from this page quickly. Your adult dog is not your child, and thus a new dog is not their sibling. It's insulting. An adult dog is not your baby or your child. It is an adult animal.
Mainecoonsandhuskies 4 years ago
What do you mean s****y dogs? I don't know what's your deal dude but this article is here for A little happiness during these dark times. You don't need to judge them because they don't have kids either. It's their choice and their dogs, if you don't like these things don't comment on it. By the way I don't know what crappy government you have that kills dogs for no reason.
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