by Mike Z Jones
The earliest days after a new dog joins your family are exciting times. Everyone is adjusting and getting used to all of the new excitement. This is the time when you need to be sure that you are doing everything you can to suitably socialize your new family member. Your dog will run into many different situations throughout his life and it is better for everyone if he learns early on how to respond in an suitable and healthy manner.
A new puppy can start off learning socialization skills as early as 2 to 3 weeks after birth. Usually a family will acquire a new puppy at about 7 to 8 weeks old. Puppies tend to be more nervous and apprehensive until they are about 14 weeks old so during the early days be kind with your new puppy.
Socialization is a skill that should be trained throughout a dog's life. Different situations and circumstances can affect a dog and he can change from loving and outgoing to timid, frightened or even threatening. That is why it is vital to train in socialization skills throughout your dog's life. Permit him to practice numerous situations, numerous people and other animals.
Acquaint your dog with other dogs and other animals. You can do this at a area park or even a doggie daycare. If you have acquaintances with pets, visiting them is always a good way to socialize your dog around other animals. Be sure that your dog is continually up to date on his vaccinations but it is vital for him to be near other animals.
Present your dog to the people who come around your house the most. Since the mailperson stops by daily it is a excellent thought to familiarize your dog to him or her. Anyone who stops by frequently should be familiar with your dog. Also if viable make sure your dog is around as many dissimilar people as possible. This will make him more sociable in unusual situations.
Dogs lived in the wild in packs and they will logically recreate a pack pecking order in a new place. It is critical that every person in the family is seen as a leading pack member. When any human speaks the dog should listen and conform. The dog is the follower and the owner is the alpha dog or the leader.
Socialization should go on throughout the life of your dog. Your dog needs to continually be subjected to new situations and new people and animals. He will be less liable to develop troubles like biting and fighting if he is well socialized.
A dog that is correctly socialized is enjoyable to own and much more enjoyable for you and other people. You will also be more successful at dog training. Everything about owning your dog will be easier if he is appropriately socialized. - 20511
Mike Z Jones is a specialist in (http://universitydog.com) dog obedience training. He lives with 3 dogs and 3 children in Phoenix, Az.
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