Puppy Socialisation
Puppies have a critical socialisation phase up to approximately 16 weeks of age. This is the stage in which puppies learn to relate appropriately to humans, other animals and the world around them. Socialisation is one of the most important things you can do for your puppy, helping them grow into a relaxed, happy, outgoing dog! We recommend building up new experiences gradually and not to introduce too many new experiences in one day (three a day is plenty enough). Take a look at the list below to give you an idea of what your dog should experience in this stage.
Hair dryer
Vacuum Cleaner
Cars
Motorbikes
Tractors
Sirens
Bin Lorry
Washing machine
TV
Fireworks
Thunder
Loud music
Babies crying
People
Babies
Toddlers
Men and women
Different ethnicities
Crowds
People wearing hats
People with beards
People in hoods/ with hats
Postman
Vets
People wearing sunglasses
People with umbrellas
Cyclists
Country walks
Ponds/ rivers
Playground
Outside school
Car journey
Town centre
Beach
Walkies in the dark
Walkies in the rain
Friends house
Groomers
Party
Restaurant/ café
Other dogs
Horses
Sheep
Cows
Birds
Cats
Handling
Wipe paws
Brush teeth
Put on collar/ harness
Inspect ears
Open mouth
Clip nails
Wipe eyes
Broom
Rake
Umbrella
Doorbell
Wheelchair
Tent
Folding chairs