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Originally Posted by darnlora

Does anyone else believe that the way the pup was socialized before their 4 ever home makes a difference? Just asking because Samantha the ppl we got her from called the puppies babies or fur babies gave them the pups kisses you could tell they loved the babies. Then Tootsies' breeder was very business like never baby talked never asked me any ? about my home nothing and from the time I held Toots till I paid her she never touched or even paid attention to tootsie..... Samantha is my snuggle bunny jumps to be in my arms,not insecure at all. Then there is Tootsie very insecure doesn't want me out of her sight but forget snuggling unless her idea, and never ever does she gives kisses, and to be held only on her terms. Lol Love them both dearly but personalities totally different.

Socialization plays a big role in the puppy's behavior. Temperament is genetic but with conditioning at the proper time the puppy's natural tendency can be mitigated. To the degree the breeder will spend time and encourage proper development the puppy will improve in social skills.