ENVIRONMENTS:
Vet Clinic/Groomer
City Buildings
Farms
Sidewalks
Elevator/Escalator
Car Rides
Beach
Gravel/Sand/Wood/Grass/Mud
Playground/School
Crowds
Stores
Puddles
Bridges
Stairs
Being Alone
Being Ignored
Puppy Gate
Crate and Travel Crate
HANDLING:
Ears
Tail
Paws
Brushing
Bathed
Clothes
Clipping Nails
Teeth
Legs
Wearing Collar
Dragging a Leash
Being bandaged
Being restrained
Ears cleaned
Held on back
Holding Tail Up
Being Lifted into Car
Belly Rubs
PEOPLE:
Women
Men
Canes
Infants
Toddlers
Beards
Hats
Elderly
Bikes
Walkers/Wheelchairs
Hats/Sunglasses
Helmets
Teenagers
Joggers
Delivery People
Coughing and Sneezing
Hoods
Umbrellas
Sports Gear
NOISES:
Trucks
Vacuum
Fan
Mops
Brooms
Plows
Trains
Car Horns
Crying Baby
Yelling and Clapping
Screaming Child
Traffic
Airplanes
Sirens
Doorbell
Fireworks
Hair Dryer
Washer/Dryer
Music /TV
Socialization
The first 16 weeks of a puppy's life are the most critical time for socialization. During this time dogs are more accepting of new experiences. An adult dog's behavior is partly a result of his experiences, as well as his genetics. Puppy-hood is a time to be proactive and prevent problem behaviors from developing later. It is pivotal to MAKE all puppy's experiences positive. This means you will want to praise puppy with your voice, a petting, a treat, or a belly-rub. Keeping yourself in a calm state of emotion, will also help the puppy to relate the new experiences as positive and "nothing to worry about". If something goes wrong, and puppy reacts with a fear or nervous behavior, redirect the puppy to a different environment in a calm manner and try again later. At Chestnut Hill Labradoodles, your puppy will get a great head start with all the quality socialization we provide while your puppy is here with us. Here are some examples of experiences to enjoy with your puppy.