The early weeks in puppies’ lives are critical for various reasons; one of them is behavioural development.
Improper socialisation leads to many behavioural problems, triggering further animal welfare matters, such as dog abandonment, abuse, and even euthanasia.
Why is this period so vital?
What is happening during this time?
And what may be the consequences when a litter of puppies is not treated properly?
In this episode, Zazie Todd—the award-winning author of the book ‘Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy’ and the creator of the Companion Animal Psychology blog and The Pawsitive Post newsletter—gives us a thorough insight into this critical period for dogs.
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