Socialization is key to having your hunting puppy prepared to face the world
Just a few days after bringing into my home my black Labrador puppy five years ago, I decided it was time to take her out on the town to meet some friends.
Our first stop was my local bank, usually not a busy place and with a lineup of bank tellers I knew well. Truth is, I just wanted to show off the 8-week-old pup I’d named Liza.
I didn’t bother to see if there was a “no pets” sign on the door; it was loyal customer me, and a cute-as-heck puppy, after all. Upon entry, we were greeted with smiles and “oohs” from the gallery. Except for Melissa, who pointed to the sign, explained the “no pets” rule, and stared me right back out the door.
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