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INTERCEPT dog training
Socializing Your Dog
The socialization process is complex and requires dedication and proper timing based on the dog’s level of social maturity and threshold for adapting to various levels of stress.
A well socialized dog is highly adaptable and accepts guidance and leadership from the handler. The dog should be compliant and exhibit a high level of impulse control founded in solid obedience skills.
Below you will find a list of items that all well socialized dogs should readily accept to prove adaptability and social tolerance. Dogs should be exposed to these items in a very positive manner, get help with a trained professional if you are unsure:
People:
adults
children
seniors
disabled
various ethnicities
Places:
friends' houses, pet store
outdoor mall, car rides
veterinary office
obedience classes
neighborhood park
beach, beach, boardwalk
farmer's markets
outdoor restaurants
parades, sports events
parking structures,strip malls
tourist areas
Sounds:
doorbell, TV, radio, pots and pans
vacuum, stereo, clapping
dropping things, whistle
sirens, singing, car horns
balloons popping
noisemakers (party)
popcorn popping, electric saw
blender, can opener, lawn mower
fireworks, yelling, cheering, drums
electric tools, yard blower
garbage disposal
automatic garage door
People riding:
bicycles
skateboards
wagons
roller skates
motorcycles
pogo sticks
People who are:
walking, running, bending, hopping, crawling, swimming, yelling, cheering
bathing, carrying things, eating, pushing grocery carts or strollers,
in a wheelchair, using a walker, using crutches, using a cane or wearing sunglasses, coats, hats, gloves, in a sling......
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