The Importance of Socializing Your Puppy
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard people say “I don’t need to socialize my puppy because he won’t be going outside.” And then I have to explain that it’s not just about going outside. Puppies learn by watching their peers, and if they don’t see other dogs or humans for the first several weeks of their lives, then they may never learn what is appropriate behavior in those situations later on. So let’s talk about why socialization is important and how early you should start doing it with your puppy!
Puppies learn by watching and copying their peers.
Puppies learn by watching and copying their peers.
This is why it’s so important to socialize your puppy with other dogs, humans and environments early on in his or her life. He will learn how to play with other puppies, what it means when a stranger approaches him, how to react when he sees other animals on walks–and much more! As you know from your own childhood experiences, being around others helps us develop into well-rounded individuals who are able to navigate the world around us with confidence and self-assurance. Puppies need this type of socialization just as much …
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