[Gracie2006]

I hate to say this, but that sounds cruel and inhumane to me, to keep a dog locked up inside all of the time and to never let it go for a walk or be around other people. I know the intent was not to judge, but to ask about our own socialization efforts. Gracie is only 3 mo. old, but I take her to a park (where people and dogs congregate) most every day. She loves everyone and everything. The only time she barks or growls is when we are playing. Would you call that socialized? I think we have a good start anyway.