The Social Pet

Socialize Your Pup!

Attention puppy owners! Training and socialization are essential parts of caring for a new puppy. Start training your puppy now, before Fido makes the Tazmanian Devil look like a couch potato! 

A Poorly Socialized Dog:

- Jumps on people 
- Drags you down the street 
- Bothers Neighbors 
- Soils inside your home 
- Aggressively protects food dishes and toys 
- Rips apart your house or yard 
- Acts "out of control" 
- Is an embarrassment 
- Might be euthanized because of misbehavior 

A Well Socializer' Pup Is:

- Much easier to train 
- Less likely to bite 
- Comfortable with new people, places, pets or things 
- Easier to groom, board and medically treat 
- More predictable and safer 
- More enjoyable for the whole family 
- A better companion 

Your veterinarian wants you to experience the wonderful things a canine companion can offer. Please ask the veterinary staff for information about proper puppy training including obedience school. Let us celebrate the joy of a properly socialized pet.

Sponsored by the Rhode Island Veterinary Medical Association