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I think well socialized dogs mature to be able to distinguish the difference between non-threatening situations or people and ones that are. Although I do think an under-socialized dog can develop confidence problems, and become fear biters. All in all, I think it depends on the individual dog. My pup is super friendly, and very confident. He's not afraid to try anything! It's gratifying to see him stoked when he accomplishes new things.

Same too, barks at odd noises with instinct to sound alarm to unuasual things going on. If he doesn't stop, I check it out what he's barking at, if its nothing of concern as usual, I tell him to quit it. I don't want him to be totally conditioned to not be alarmed by odd sounds. What if someone is tryin to break into my house? stealing stuff outta my garage? breaking into my car? snabbing one of the neighborhood kids?