[header] How to prevent jealousy in current pets when getting a new dog [title] Work on obedience training with your current pets. [step] To keep your current pets from feeling like your new dog is invading their space, set up separate areas for your pets before you bring in the new pet. Doing this ahead of time can help prevent jealousy and conflict. 
Create a space for the new dog to sleep in that doesn't interfere with the routine of your current pets. This will improve the likelihood of the current pets accepting the newcomer.