05/19/2026
When socializing puppies, stop expecting perfection right away. 🐾
The goal in the beginning isn’t strict obedience — it’s confidence, curiosity, and learning how to exist in the world without fear or pressure. Giving puppies freedom to explore, sniff, observe, and make positive associations builds a much healthier mindset long term.
Too much obedience too early can shut a puppy down mentally and create a dog that’s obedient… but unsure of themselves.
Build the dog first. The obedience becomes easier after. 🔥