53: How to Socialize Your Doodle Puppy: Expert Advice (Part 1)

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How to Socialize Your Doodle Puppy: Essential Tips, Tricks, and Expert Advice (Part 1)

Socializing your puppy is one of the most important steps in raising a confident, happy, and well-adjusted Doodle. In this episode, I sit down with Marge Rogers and Eileen Anderson, co-authors of the highly-rated book Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It, to guide you through puppy socialization step-by-step. Whether you’re raising a Goldendoodle, Labradoodle, Bernedoodle, or any other Doodle breed, this episode is packed with practical advice tailored to your Doodle’s unique needs.

Even if your Doodle is already an adult, you’ll find valuable tips for improving their confidence and comfort with new experiences. Socialization isn’t just for puppies—it’s an ongoing process for dogs of all ages!

And to make it even easier for you, I’ve created a free Puppy Socialization Checklist you can download at thedoodlepro.com/socialization. Pair it with the expert advice in this episode to help your Doodle thrive!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why early puppy socialization is key to raising a confident and happy Doodle.
• How to recognize and respond to your puppy’s body language during new experiences.
• Why exposure alone isn’t enough—how to create positive associations with people, sounds, and environments.
• Practical tips for introducing your Doodle to children, other pets, and loud noises.
• How to make grooming stress-free and enjoyable for your Doodle from day one.
• Why socialization isn’t just for puppies—how to apply these principles to adult Doodles, too.

Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Free Puppy Socialization Checklist: thedoodlepro.com/socialization
• Marge Rogers & Eileen Anderson’s Book: Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It
• Instagram for More Tips: @TheDoodlePro

Don’t Forget:

This is part one of our conversation! Be sure to tune in next week for part two, where we’ll share even more insights to help your Doodle flourish in a busy human world.

Send me a text- Corinne, The Doodle Pro®

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