Best places in Aggieland for socializing your puppy?

2,179 Views | 20 Replies | Last: 9 yr ago by Buski74
Psych
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
Preferably for free rather than a paid class. Thanks.
carpe vinum
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
Before you go to a dog park be certain your dog has every conceivable vaccination.
Psych
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
She's almost 8 weeks old. so she's not yet old enough to have all of them. Is she too young to be taking her around other dogs? I thought you were supposed to introduce her to other dogs pretty early.
carpe vinum
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
If I didn't know the other dog(s) vaccination history I would be hesitant, and I damn sure wouldn't go to a dog park.
They are cesspools. Distemper is a horrible death for a puppy.
I would complete the vaccines before I took a puppy out among strange dogs.
Psych
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
Thanks for the tip. I didn't even think about that!
Natasha Romanoff
How long do you want to ignore this user?
You unfortunately need to bring dogs to your home when you have a young puppy without all of their vaccines (and I'm talking ALL of the Parvo boosters). Just to give you an idea of how cesspooly dog parks are: my 1.5 year old has been up to date on all shots and still got kennel cough. You just don't know what other dogs have or have been exposed to.

Puppy classes are great because vaccine records are required, but you still are unsure what that puppy is around at home and you usually have to pay.

Maybe look into some breed clubs or something local that is free? I'm not aware of anything specific in CS, but there may be something.

I took mine to campus to mingle with people (didn't let him frolick in the grass area though) and had him interact with adult dogs of friends/family. Sorry I couldn't be more help!
Psych
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
Don't be sorry! you are giving me lots of tips. Thanks!
UmustBKidding
How long do you want to ignore this user?
On parvo I recommend testing for Antibody titers not just assuming that after their series they are immune. Our dog had the complete series and one day she was not right. Of course after hours so take to the Vet school and had bad case of parvo. The then proceeded to read me the riot act about how irresponsible we were for not vaccinating. But I had complete records and the dog had every recommended dose. Come to find out some vendors formulation was less than effective. In theory this was resolved but my pocket is about $4000 lighter not including the several hundred dollars of useless vaccine we had administered. It useless stuff was Galaxy which is now nobivac.
momlaw
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
Waggie Petzone
Free Kinderpuppy Preschool
TXAggie1976
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
I agree, don't take a chance with a puppy without all of its shots. Never worth it. Walking on campus is good on sidewalks and people giving light treats like lean chicken....very small bites.

The puppy classes I have participated in required all shots before we started. The classes were great and we had fun. Puppy Love is who I recommend. It is worth the money and there used to be a discount for rescued dogs and students.

You will have plenty of time to socialize your dog with public dogs later. Thanks for coming on here and asking for advice. There are a lot of animal lovers on this forum and you will get great advice. Many of us have been in rescue a long time and have experience with all types and conditions of dogs.

You will be a great pet parent!
carpe vinum
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
I meant parvo not distemper but that's bad too. Glad to hear about the puppy kindergarten. I wish I had known of it a few years ago.
Psych
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
Thanks Ags! I guess I probably owe yall some pics.
Psych
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
Natasha Romanoff
How long do you want to ignore this user?
So ADORABLE!!! I'm jealous.

Whenever I see puppies I miss having a puppy. Then I go home to my accident-free home and I'm over it. Have fun and start training early! (Especially leash training, trust me).
veritas47
How long do you want to ignore this user?
A meeting of either the Brazos County Democratic Party or the Aggie Democrats probably has the best socialists in the area.
kansas02gt
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
What about research park? I heard it was pretty much a given a puppy would get parvo over there about 10 years ago. Is it still the same?
dave99ag
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
Cute pup. That looks like one of Dr. Bond's rooms. Great vet!
Psych
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
I did go to Dr. Bond! Couldn't believe how awesome and affordable he is!
BEaggie08
How long do you want to ignore this user?
AG
quote:
I did go to Dr. Bond! Couldn't believe how awesome and affordable he is!
Dr Bond is great! We've moved around a lot and have never a had vet come close to him in terms of bedside manner + quality treatment + affordability.
WildlifeAg02
How long do you want to ignore this user?
Also Petco/Petsmart. Lots of the staff will pet your dog. Don't set her on the floor though. Places that allow pups will generally have pet-friendly people, so even if she doesn't meet many dogs, you can still get some human socialization.

Adorable pup!
bionat80
How long do you want to ignore this user?
Half price books allows well behaved dogs. Many local restaurants also allow dogs on their patios.
Please be cautious about contact with other dogs until she gets all her shots.
Buski74
How long do you want to ignore this user?
Your puppy is absolutely adorable!!! Love GSP's!
Refresh
Page 1 of 1
 
×
subscribe Verify your student status
See Subscription Benefits
Trial only available to users who have never subscribed or participated in a previous trial.