Socialization is important to all dogs. Many pet parents spend a lot of time socializing their dog to humans, but it is also important to socialize your dog with other dogs.

When your dog is still a puppy, provide him with plenty of opportunities to interact with other dogs. Invite friends and family to bring their dogs over to your house. Walk your dog in areas where other dogs are often walked. You can even take your puppy to the dog park.

It’s never too late to socialize a dog, although you have to move more slowly with an adult pup. Introduce your adult dog to one dog at a time, encouraging calm behavior. When going for walks, ask your dog to sit to calm him down if he gets worked up by a passing dog.

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