Adding a new pet to the family can be both exciting and
stressful. Taking steps to socialize your pet while they are
young or when you first get them will help prevent anxiety or
future issues with other animals. Pet friends for life If you
are unsure where to start we have some tips. Know your pet's
personality You know your pet best and you can likely assess to
some degree how your dog or cat will respond to the other
animals or people. If you want to make an effort to start
socializing your pet, ask yourself a few questions to help you
determine where to start: Knowing how your pet might respond can
help you prepare. If you have no idea how your pet will respond
to other animals, consider asking a friend to bring over their
pet and introduce your pet to their animal. You shouldn't just
let your pets loose but you can get a good indication of how
your pet might respond even by introducing animals through
closed doors or while one is in a crate. Start them young If
possible, begin socializing your pet while