How to Get Your Puppy Used to Being Handled

Posted by Clare Bristow

dog-being-examined Getting your puppy used to be being handled is an important part of puppy socialization . There will be numerous occasions in his life when he will be handled by people other than his owner - examples being your vet, dog groomers, and when he stays at the dog kennels.

It's a straightforward lesson to teach to your new puppy and it doubles as a quick health examination too.

After nearly three years together, Zoe, Fritz and I still spend 5 minutes doing this exercise at the end of the day. They are reminded it's OK for people to handle them, and I get to check for any unusual lumps and bumps and anything unpleasant stuck to their coat and paws. It also bring the three of us that bit closer together.

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