Allow your dog time to get used to people. Instruct others to ignore your dog, and let your dog decide whether they want to approach someone. Dogs that adjust on their own are more likely to approach people safely. Avoid direct eye contact, at first. Direct eye contact can be...Read More
What are the signs of social anxiety in dogs?
Dogs with social anxiety may exhibit a range of behaviors when faced with new people, animals, or unfamiliar environments. Common signs include excessive barking, whining, or growling, along with physical symptoms like trembling, cowering, or hiding. Your dog might also display signs of stress, such as excessive licking, pacing, or...Read More
How do you fix a poorly socialized dog?
The best way to help your dog if you think he is not well socialized is to invest in some training. To start with, make sure your dog knows basic commands, like “heel,” “sit” and “come,” all of which can be helpful if your dog starts to act out. But...Read More
Can you still socialize a 2 year old dog?
Generally, the earlier you begin to socialize a dog, the better. We believe, though it may be a bit more challenging with an older dog, it’s never too late. Socializing an older dog is much like training a younger dog, but usually with more patience and encouragement required. You will...Read More
How do I introduce my puppy to dog park?
If your pup hasn’t had much experience with other dogs, introducing them one-on-one in a safe, neutral environment can help them learn to socialize in a gentle way. Try to ensure that your dog gets some exercise prior to going into the dog park, especially for the first time. This...Read More
How do you prepare a puppy for a dog show?
To prepare a puppy for a dog show, if a dog is born with a naturally short tail it can be shown at any show. The Kennel Club however recommends that breeders of dogs which have naturally bobbed tails should obtain confirmation on headed paper from their veterinary surgeon shortly...Read More
At what age is it safe to take a puppy to the park?
The general rule of thumb is to wait until your puppy has completed their initial vaccination series, usually around 16 weeks of age. This critical period helps protect them from potentially harmful diseases like parvovirus and distemper. During the first few months, your puppy’s immune system is still developing, making...Read More
Can you take a 10 week old puppy to the park?
Your precious puppy should not mix with other dogs until at least two weeks after they’ve had their second lot of vaccinations. The same goes for your puppy’s first walk. A puppy’s first walk can happen two weeks after their second set of vaccinations. So, the answer to what age...Read More
What are the signs of parvo in a dog?
Symptoms of parvovirus include foul-smelling diarrhoea with blood in it, vomiting, loss of appetite, collapse, depression, fever, sudden death. Puppies go downhill very quickly because the symptoms caused by parvovirus make them very weak, and mean their immune systems have to work very hard to fight the disease. Youngsters between...Read More
How do I introduce my puppy to doggy daycare?
Schedule a Visit to the Day Care Facility, this allows your dog to explore its new surroundings and become familiar with the sights, sounds, and smells. When visiting a doggy day care facility, always do so when the dogs are in session to get a clear picture and the greatest...Read More
How do you pick a show puppy from a litter?
Check the appearance of pups and mum. Once you’re with the pups themselves, check them for: clear eyes with no redness or discharge, a clear nose with no discharge, clear breathing with no wheezing or coughing, clean ears with no redness and obvious wax or discharge, healthy-looking skin with no...Read More
Can I take my 8 week old puppy outside to pee?
Puppies can go outside sooner than you might think—even as early as 8 weeks old—there are just some steps to take first. When Can Puppies Go Outside for the First Time, it depends on the pup and the veterinarian, but your vet may give the okay for your pup to...Read More
When can puppies drink water?
Typically, puppies will start being introduced to water in a shallow flat, heavy bowl at around 3 to 4 weeks of age. By that point, their mother can no longer provide enough fluid with lactation, with nursing. So we need to start puppies on water. I usually start water a...Read More
How do I stop my dog from being overstimulated?
Decrease exposure to stimuli, the most obvious way to prevent sensory overload is to decrease the dog's exposure to sensory information. Socialization is crucial for dogs who get overstimulated around other pets. Socialization should occur in a controlled setting under close supervision, ideally with a handler for each dog. It's...Read More
How do you control an overly excited dog?
To teach a dog to not get over excited before a walk, it’s essential to break down the procedures his family goes through when they take their dog on a walk, so they can help their dog stay under threshold. By repeating the step over and over until the dog...Read More