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Old 04-14-2007, 12:06 PM
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Re: How do you ask someone to socialize with your dog?

Alot of times BF will bring Gunner with him to pick me up at work. Everyone there adores him! Just make sure it is okay. He gets to interact with new people, and I also know there is no one objectionable as well.

We also enjoyed taking him to the kids soccar practices. There were no dogs allowed at the game fields on game day though-so we respected that (although others did not)

I also can tell when people want to interact but dont know if is okay. I will tell them it is okay and give them tips on how to properly approach as well. (not straight on and giving a back or chest sratch instead of patting on the head)

I also take into account Gunner's demeanor as well. If he is too wound up-I dont want him jumping up on people either, so if he is not behaving properly it is better for me to pass on a greeting. Not only have I kept control of my dog at that point (he has also not been rewarded for bad behavior with the contact he craves), but I have also been a good ambassador for the breed.
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