AVSAB POSITION PAPER ON PUPPY SOCIALIZATION

This is an extremely important stand

for behavioral veterinarians to take. Your Dog’s Personal Trainer is thrilled that this has come to pass.

 

The importance of:

· socialization to the world starting at 7 weeks of age

· positive reinforcement training

· foregoing punishment training and encouragement of human dominance

· early crate and other confinement training for safety and comfort

· having alone play and rest time

 

             cannot be over-stated as to reducing the

             risk of behavioral problems in your new

             dog.

 

THE FIRST THREE MONTHS ARE CRUCIAL.

Make them count towards the life you want for your dog and your family.

 

Helix  Fairweather

 

Important Articles

 

    

A COLLECTION OF LINKS REGARDING CANINE HYPOTHYROIDISM & BEHAVIOR

 

If you observe behavior changes in your dog, please talk to your vet about doing  a full thyroid panel evaluated by an endocrinology lab.

· Thyroid and Behavior—Jean Dodds

· Hypothyroidism Simplified

· Collection of Links on Canine Hypothyroidism

· Learning to Read a Thyroid Panel

 

 

There is now an OFA registry for certifying breeding stock regarding hypothyroidism. It’s that important.

 

Do your homework. Be prepared to support your request with articles by veterinarians.