Dog Socializing

I have mentioned dog socialization a ton in further posts. I believe it is very convenient and healthy to have a dog that can deal with anyone, or anything! When you socialize a dog it is always so much better to start out when they are the youngest. Sometimes people get dogs when the dogs are too old, that is fine. You can socialize from a old age (more like rehabilitate) but other times your dog can already be socialized! In my "Scaredy-Cat Dogs" blog post, you can read on how to socialize a old dog that was never socialized.

The best way to socialize your dog is to take it out of your house. Let it get use to the area, people, animals everything. Puppies are always very willing and open so they should not be afraid of much. But if there is something they are afraid of, let them see if every day until they are use to it.

Taking your puppies to dog parks is another great way to socialize it! They can meet all kinds of different dogs, and different people. Do not keep them on a leash or hold them because they may give them a bad impression. Let them run free (well, make sure the dog park is gated!) with the other dogs. They should have a good time and leave a good impression.

Thanks! Make sure to read the "Scaredy-Cat Dogs" post it has lots of other information as well.
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