re: New puppy and old dog

My last boxer died at 12, (estimate, as he was a rescue). I've owned 2 boxers, and they absolutely loved being around puppies, and having a companion. They weren't alpha dogs, and always conceded that and were very easy going with other dogs. Even when old, my last loved having new dogs over and would be extremely patient, even with young and frisky puppies. I can't imagine a dog with a better temperment for kids and puppies, just my 2 cents.