zebraworks
Well-Known Member
Just curious. past dog I had was about 5 months or so (started with growling and then moved pretty rapidly to that plus crazy barking and lunging). 3 years ago, Before I even knew anything about breed we became owners of black mixed bred "fila" that doesn't like strangers but won't bite them (to date). 4 mo. old puppy has been open with strangers but now seems to be dodging any attempts for them to try to touch her (hasn't really growled at them yet and I have been taking her to local bench outside of country store for exposure to people and also to family members homes).
I think I have read where not trying to socialize them can result in stronger reactions at earlier age to strangers? Also curious if what kind of other dogs they live with has any effects??
I think I have read where not trying to socialize them can result in stronger reactions at earlier age to strangers? Also curious if what kind of other dogs they live with has any effects??