Puppy Socialization Guide

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Use this checklist to properly socialize your puppy from 8 weeks and up!

Adults

  • Young Adults
  • Middle-aged Adults
  • Elderly Adults
  • Disabled Adults
  • Loud Adults
  • Shy Adults
  • Adults that Wear Sunglasses
  • Adults with Umbrellas
  • Adults with Different Ethnic Skin Tone
  • Adults in Uniform
  • Adults in Coats, Costumes, Capes
  • Delivery Drivers
  • Joggers/Neighborhood Runners

Children

  • Babies
  • Toddlers
  • Preteens
  • Teenagers

YouTube Sounds

  • Screaming
  • Crying
  • Crying Babies
  • Fireworks
  • Gunshots
  • Clapping
  • Vacuum
  • Blow Dryer
  • Garage Door
  • Busy Street
  • Horns Honking
  • Children Playing
  • Sirens
  • Lawn Mowers
  • TV
  • Thunder
  • Doorbell

Animals

  • Stable and Healthy Adult Dog, Puppies
  • Stable and Healthy Adult Cat, Kittens
  • Small Pets
  • Livestock/Farm Animals

Places

  • Trusted friend's house
  • Stores that allow pets
  • Public Park - NO DOG PARKS - just sit and observe surroundings
  • School or School Parking Lot
  • Outdoor trail
  • Outdoor restaurant that allows pets
  • Vet's Office
  • Social Gathering or Cookout
  • Groomer
  • Puppy Class
  • Neighborhood
  • Deck/Porch

Handling

  • Gently handle ears
  • Cover eyes
  • Touch paws, pads, toes
  • Tug on tail
  • Rub/brush coat
  • Touch nose
  • Touch back
  • Open mouth, touch teeth
  • Tug on collar

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