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Four year old lab wants nothing to do with puppy

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Question
How can I encourage the Four year old Lab to get along with the puppy that is six weeks old. We do everything with the puppy and lab. Like walks,playing,swimming ect.The Lab has had all the love. We do feed them the same time but in a differant room. The cat love's the puppy. Help me please and thank you.

Answer
Once past 3 years old, many dogs don't want anything to do with puppies, their sharp little teeth, and their biting games.  You need to teach the puppy to leave the older dog alone.  As soon as the puppy starts to focus on the older dog, give it a sharp ''Ah, ah, ah!'' and offer it a chew toy.