Introduce dogs the right way
Walk side by side in the same direction first, close the gap slowly, and plan on at least 45 minutes.
Free illustrated guide
Dog Socialization Made Simple
Eight everyday social situations, illustrated side by side. What good looks like, what to stop, and the signs that tell you which is which.
- How to introduce two dogs, and why the face-to-face leash greeting goes wrong
- The signs of comfort and stress to watch for in your dog's body
- Play styles, which dogs pair well, and when to step in
- Your puppy's fear periods, plus a printable first-meeting plan
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The social guide shows you what's okay and what isn't. Dog Socialization Secrets is the full book: the myths owners follow, and how real dog friendships form.
- The 12 socialization myths owners follow, and what to do instead
- Why 6 to 15 good dog friends beat hundreds of strangers
- Why exposure isn't socialization, and how real dog friendships form
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What you'll be able to do after reading it
Read the signals
Loose, wiggly and soft is a green light. Two or more stress signals means slow down and add space.
Spot rude play early
Know mutual, matched play from one dog bullying another, and step in before it turns into a fight.
Pick the right friends
Quality over quantity. Six to fifteen well-matched dogs beat fifty acquaintances at the dog park.
Climb the social ladder
Build positive experiences step by step, because play is the last step, not the first.
Protect your puppy
Your one job is no bad experiences. Plan around the two fear periods and start before it's too late.
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This guide is the short version of Dog Socialization Secrets, the full book we use with our own clients. Ask us about the book, or book a free assessment and we'll tell you where your dog is on the social ladder.