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11-08-2007, 03:45 PM | #1 |
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| Socialization ? Hi all, As some of you may remember, Widdles is a rescue. He spent his first 4.5 months in a crate on top of two other crates. He was severely neglected, his breeder didn't even know he was born until he was over a week old and his sister had already died. When Wid first came to live here, he'd run around the walls of the room like a little mouse trying to find a niche to hide in. Well, that was eight weeks ago, and Wid has come out of his shell. He plays, he loves his chewies, and he's just barely started napping on our laps. We ADORE him!! Just today, a woman Wid doesn't know came over. He ran up to her, sniffed her, tucked his tail and scooted off. He did that several times. Like he wanted to be friendly, but was too frightened to. I had her give him lovin' and treats, but he remained afraid. Now, he loves to ride in the car in his 'pouch' (frontpack). And he loves people, but he's fighting this timidity. I can see it. He wants so badly to be right there...but he can't quite do it. Any suggestions for helping him socialize without frightening or overwhelming him? Also, he just started jumping..lol..like trying to jump from the floor straight up into you..like a little jumping bean. He's very, very sweet. He's truly a heart dog..we have totally bonded with him. DH and I want to help him be all he can be!! Thanks!!
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11-08-2007, 06:09 PM | #2 |
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| Hello?
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11-08-2007, 06:36 PM | #3 |
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| It sounds like you are doing a fabulous job with him... Keep doing what you've been doing, and I hope someone who knows more than me posts some better advice!
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11-08-2007, 06:39 PM | #4 |
Donating YT 30K Club Member | He is adorable. My Pixie was 13 months when I got her and the Breeder had her in her basement where she ran her kennel out of. So Pixie had very limited exposure to anything even in the house. She would freeze when you went to pick her up and ran when people came over. She gradually has gotten better but when outside she is very shy. I just let her go at her own pace and she now will come up to people when they come over now and lets us pick her up. I have had her 9 months ans she recently has become a lot more relaxed. I think your baby will adjust with more time and exposure. Maybe try having people give him treats when they come over.
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11-08-2007, 06:39 PM | #5 |
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| It sounds like to me you are doing everything right. He is very lucky to have you. Keep up the good work. He will come around just give him time.
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11-08-2007, 06:42 PM | #6 |
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| I agree that it sounds like your doing a wonderful job. Even pups that come from the best circumstances sometimes have trouble with certain things, it sounds like he is coming around and just needs time.
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11-08-2007, 06:43 PM | #7 |
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| I agree, it sounds like you're doing a fab job! I haven't taken my 12-week-old (Jackson) out yet, but I have a 16-month-old (Jake) that goes lots of places with me. We take her whenever we go to our daughter's on weekends. We have lots of people in and out all the time, as my kids are grown but come to visit us on weekends. We took Jake camping with us over the summer, which is a great way to socialize, and he really enjoyed it. We take him to the pet store and on walks. He loves being outside. In the beginning, he was scared but now he's very well socialized and doesn't get afraid. Jackson is used to be around people at home, and he never seems scared at all. Once he is old enough to have all his shots, we will take him out alot.
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11-08-2007, 06:48 PM | #8 |
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| I'm sure Wid is still in the stage where he isn't sure of anything except his momma (you ). I think that most puppies (not all!) are a little timid when first exploring new people. Tina (one of my pups) was quite afraid of people's feet and being left out in a room when people were around because she spent a lot of time in a crate before coming to us (when she was 7 months old!) It might take a little or a lot of time for him to come around, but as long as all of the people that come in contact with him treat him well, he will be a people person in no time! keep up the good work!!!
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11-08-2007, 06:49 PM | #9 |
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| You are doing great! what a sweet name. one thing my trainer told me to do is. have everyone give treats. and if you can take out around people as much as you can. I am right there with you we have had Pixie 4 months now an she is sarting to come around. Good luck to you |
11-08-2007, 06:50 PM | #10 |
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| Sounds to me like your doing everything right. I would love to meet little Wid! He looks so adorable and sounds like it to. He is very lucky to have such a wonderful home, as you are very lucky to have him! |
11-08-2007, 08:26 PM | #11 |
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| Oh he is so adorable Letting him be exposed to a lot of people and experiences is always good. When someone comes to the house, tell them to just ignore him until he comes up to them, and then let them give him a treat. Also, if people rub him under the chin instead of patting the top of his head, he will be more comfortable. It sounds like you are doing great!
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11-09-2007, 02:34 AM | #12 |
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| Thank you! It's always comforting to know that others have has to work with their furkids the same way. I appreciate all your input and commendation!
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11-09-2007, 02:44 AM | #13 |
Banning Thread Dictator Donating Member | Wow, I missed Wid's story. You're an angel for giving him a good home! Sounds like you're doing everything right. Socialization is all about giving him a lot of opportunities to be around people and dogs. Let adults you trust give him treats or play with him. Try carrying him and passing him off to others and see how he reacts. Try to arrange meetups with other small dogs. I didn't learn about the importance of socialization until Eddie was 11 months old, which most say is too late. But I put him in a bunch of obedience classes where he got the chance to be around other dogs and other people. He really turned into a social butterfly. There's your advice. Now post pictures of Widdles!
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