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The socialization test is
approximately one hour long. You will drop off your pet
and he/she will be introduced to the group of dogs that are
currently staying at the kennel. They are always
introduced one dog at a time starting with my two Golden
Retrievers Beau and Maggie. The introductions are at your dogs
pace. A new dog will only be introduced when your pet
feels comfortable with the group. After all introductions
have been made, your dog is than invited outdoors where he/she
is observed interacting with a group of dogs in a supervised
setting. Some like to get right in there and start playing with
the group, while others just walk around and investigate the
area.
The following is a list of
social skills that will be rated:
- No aggression towards dogs or humans.
- First introduction to a new dog.
- Ease of meeting and greeting.
- Several dogs meeting and greeting.
- Observation of dog investigating his new environment.
- Playfulness with other dogs.
- Toy aggression.
- Treat time, does your dog wait his turn for a treat.
(This step is only done if the dog does not have food
aggression.)
- Laying together as a group indoors.
- Mark all pet belongings with name
**If
your pet passes all of the above they will be invited to stay
with us.
**If there is a problem with one of the steps above, this will
be discussed at the time of pick up.
**There is a one time fee of $10.00 for the Socialization Test.
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