How do I raise a confident dog - Page 4

How does one not socialize a puppy to some extent?  I find taking my puppies every where I go irresistible!

Everyone should socialize their dogs....period. In some cases it's crucial to the dog being balanced as it grows up. In others it's not crucial but still desirable. In other cases even with socialization, the dog has coping problems. This occurs to much in the breed to sweep it under the Bridge and just focus on the good results. My experiences in life have taught me that when you ignore or refuse to acknowledge problems....they usually get worse. Socialization is good for all dogs( I repeat this so there can be no confusion as to how I feel), but the importance of the genetic focus is when it comes to breeding stock. A dog that requires socialization to be confident I would never breed or want a puppy out of.

A dog that requires socialization to be confident I would never breed or want a puppy out of.

Yup, that sums it up.  Whole post is good.

 

@ Gustav, yes. I believe it is 89.228%, not 90 % genetic.

We have to work on that .772 % in your thinkng!!!!

Oh, and the fireworks are 97.65839291%.

I agree that confidence comes more from genetics than socialization. I have known and owned GSDs that were socialized  to everything possible but had weak nerves and were always a bit fearful and shy.  I am sure this would have been much worse without the socialization. 

I have also  known and owned other GSDs who had little socialization and just took everthing in life in stride because they genetically had strong nerves.

Mrs. Sable, you had me at )....I find it funny how many are quick to point to genetics when it is sensitive to noise, etc, but when they piss themselves because of a stranger, it was either beaten or poorly socialized. I've had numerous GSDs. Some of the least socialized were the most social and strong nerved. Do your homework. What's that saying, the orange doesn't fall far from the bush?

I agree that confidence comes more from genetics than socialization. I have known and owned GSDs that were socialized to everything possible but had weak nerves and were always a bit fearful and shy. I am sure this would have been much worse without the socialization.

I have also known and owned other GSDs who had little socialization and just took everthing in life in stride because they genetically had strong nerves.

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THIS!!!!!