I might have worded that wrong, he most definately knows his place but whag i ment was that he doesnt want the puppy near me, like he's my dog, he knows when he's told to back off and does. I think he maybe feels threatened? The missus has been doing everything for pup while i deal with lab but its just not working. Never seen her so upset, tried leaving them to it and he gets a bit too rough, tried keeping them chilled and thats not working! Not enjoying it at all and its such a shame cos springers a lovely little dog