Breaking Bad Habits
QHello, I've been looking over your info regarding Chows and the type of dogs they are. I have the opportunity to adopt a one year old stray Chow who> will soon be put to sleep. I see that socialization is greatly stressed from day one with your Chow. The particular one that I am speaking about definitely has a mind of her own. Do you think I can properly bring this dog up considering her background? Can I "undo" her lack of proper socialization while she was a stray?
- Abbie
AHello Abbie, you can break her of the habits that she has, but it will take longer and a lot of love. Some of the habits might be hard to break, she might keep doing them over time, depending on what they are, but they will be less frequent. You can also teach here new habits that are good. One thing I can't stress on more is that the dog will need love more than anything. With consistency in training and care she will learn that she is being taken care of. She will also build love for you.
