Views on when to/not to allow a dog to be social
In puppy kindergarten today the question came up as to whether or not dogs that meet on a hike, street, etc., should be allowed to always socialize. Our instructor kind of contradicted herself-when she is out hiking with her dogs and they meet up with another dog she does not allow them to interact. Her concern is are they vaccinated or are they aggressive. Her dogs DO go to the doggie day care at the training facility. But then in the next breath she says to take them anywhere and everywhere to get the socialized. We've always allowed our dogs to interact with whatever dog they meet UNLESS it's obviously aggressive or looks ill. Thoughts? I know there will be varying opinions so please, be polite. If you disagree with someone feel free to say so but explain why. Thanks.
