DS: What is your opinion on taking puppies to public places before they have completed their vaccinations?

[dorothy s]

Socialisation is vital however until your puppy has had its vaccinations/shots you should carry it around to socialise it. Your walks whilst carrying the puppy should consist of walking around the perimeter of Supermarkets and you should have a pocket full of treats. People will stop to admire your puppy and you should give them a treat to give to your puppy.

You should also take your puppy to the school gates when the kids are coming out and give the kids a treat to give to your puppy. It would be great if it could get used to men in uniforms and people in wheelchairs. You should also stand outside Fire Stations and Police Stations to introduce your puppy to the sound of sirens.

Busy railway stations are also excellent places to socialise a puppy.