| Re: Is it possible to Over-Socialize your dog?
My dog is an absolute wimp for dogs and people. He adores everyone. However, he does bark when he hears noises outside or if someone walks by.
To my mind the bark is plenty good enough as a deterrent.
That being said, I do not expect my dog to protect me or my property. That is my job. I have a 6 foot locked privacy fence to protect him...and I keep my kitchen door open if he is hanging out in the yard so I can keep an eye on him. The way I see it it is my job to protect him.
Get an alarm system and good locks on your doors. Please don't put the responsibility of protecting you and your family on your pet.
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Denise
Cyrus, Fluffweiler came into my life on 3/27/04, CGC
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