by Vanesssa Taylor | Jun 3, 2026 | Behavioral Dog Training, Dog Training Insights
Socialization is one of the most misunderstood parts of dog training. A lot of owners think socialization means “my dog needs to meet and play with as many dogs as possible.” That’s usually where problems begin. Owners take puppies or nervous dogs to open dog parks...
by Vanesssa Taylor | Feb 24, 2026 | Basic & Advanced Obedience, Behavioral Dog Training, Puppy Training
Many puppy socialization mistakes begin with good intentions. For example, you might think, “My puppy needs to meet as many dogs and people as possible.” That sounds responsible. However, this belief often creates problems later. Instead of building calm behavior, it...
