I got a new dog and he is trying to eat both dogs' food. Should there be a 'head' dog when it comes to feeding? Should they be fed together or separate? At the same time, same area or one first then the next? Which dog should be the dominant one? How can I help the dogs get along better?

I would not allow the puppy the freedom to behave this way. You are setting the relationship up (between the 2 dogs) for a big problem down the road. You need to provide rules and structure for the puppy and protect the older dog from being bothered.

I’d read the article Ed wrote on The Groundwork to Becoming your Puppy’s Pack Leader.

I’d read the article Ed wrote on introducing dogs. This is the way it should be done from the first day, but you can start over and separate the dogs now.

For the puppy, Your Puppy 8 weeks to 8 Months and Pack Structure for the Family Pet.

They should be fed separately, YOU should be the head dog and not allow the bothering of the older dog. I definitely would be worried about the safety of the bichon in the future. Take matters into your hands now before the bull terrier becomes more mature and starts showing some real aggression.

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