Patiently teaching puppy to sit making everything positive builds confidence.
Nothing is better for a young puppy than snuggles and lots of contact.
Just a short hike can bring you miles!
A swim with the family on a warm day.
Good socialization makes everyone feel like part of the family even the furry ones. Sometimes the new member of the family may need to be reminded who is the alpha in the family, but this doesn’t have to spoil the day for everyone. Patience and consistency are the key and will get you further than being heavy handed. Teach your puppy to trust and respect you while he/she is young so when you have a big dog on your hands a simple reminder is all that is needed to correct. Even if it is more work to bring along your puppy or grown dog the extra effort pays off. Whether going on a fishing trip, a hike, picnic, or for a swim taking along your puppy will grow your bond. It is not always easy to train a puppy or bring them along on an adventure, but the pay off is a bond with your dog that cannot be broken.