PUPPY SOCIALIZATION What is socialization? Socialization is the developmental process whereby puppies and adolescent dogs familiarize themselves with their constantly changing surroundings. It is how they work out what is safe and good as opposed to what is dangerous and not-so-good. Anything you want your puppy to cheerfully accept as an adult—people of all kinds, animals, places, and situations—you must introduce her to often and in a positive manner in the first 6 months of her life. Repeating exposure frequently will help to ensure that she remains comfortable and matures into a confident adult dog. But puppies love everything already (most [...]