I am so sorry to hear about Sampson.
If Molly and Samspson were working dogs then I'm not sure what to say since if you need two dogs to help run the place then your options may be different. We have always had a male Pyr and a male Newf roughly two years apart in age. When we lost our Pyr our Newf was ok for a few months but then he started really acting out and becoming a destructive which was very unusual for our easy going Newf. We ended up bringing home a Pyr pup a few months later and the two became the best of buds for a good eight years (for the most part).
When our Newf (Zeus) died and we were left with a moping, grieving Pyr the matter was different. Our Pyr (Fermet) slowly quit eating, wanted to be in the house more and rarely barked. We felt he was not quite ready for a sibling so we followed the advice of others and in dog books to really help Fermet through every stage of the grieving process. We had to remove all of Zeusâ toys from the property (our Pyr did not play with them any way), spend more time grooming Fermet, spend more time walking him and talk to him more. This was not easy since although they were not working dogs; they were outdoor dogs with defined roles. Our Pyr adjusted faster than we thought to being the lone/top dog and eventually assumed entire run of the property.
Pyrs like routine and you will all have to work through the change and modifications. Our Pyr ended up ok being the sole caretaker and eventually assumed the role of being in charge of everything. He was about eight or so and there were no indicators he would adjust to having another sibling anytime soon.
I have a feeling that if all of you work together and grieve with Molly that you will see a part of her Pyr personality that may not have been entirely apparent when Sampson was alive.
Peace for Sampson and the best for you all & Molly,
Christine and Kodiak
| Linda, We have always been a one dog family, so I can't advise you about Molly. But I can understand the pain in your heart for your grief and the terrible goodbye you must endure. Paul & Josie Pyr --- On Wed, 1/20/10, Linda Anderson <linda.nightsky@gmail.com> wrote:
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