Socializing a puppy safely is an important part of the process of raising a happy, healthy, and well-balanced dog. Lets go over why socializing is important, when to start, and how to do it correctly.

Why Socialize Your Puppy?

“Your dog’s brain is most capable of processing and accepting new experiences between 3 and 14 weeks old.”

During a puppy’s first three months of life, they will experience a socialization period that will permanently shape their personality. Gently and carefully exposing them to people, places, sounds, and situations makes a great difference in the dog they will become.

When to socialize your puppy?

When you get a puppy from a responsible breeder, the socialization process should start before you even bring your dog home. Gentle handling by a breeder in the first several weeks of your puppy’s life is helpful in the development of a friendly, confident, and well balanced dog. Breeders can do so much to begin the socialization process. Here at MLF we do Neurological Training, Scent Training, sound training, and so much more to ensure the puppy is off to a good start.

As soon as you bring your puppy home you should continue socializing.

How to SOCIALIZE your puppy?

Safely exposing your puppy to all the world has to offer will set them up for a successful happy life. Begin today and start going down our “Puppy Socialization Guide”. Happy socializing!