Providence Animal Control Center

Department of Public Safety, Police Department

"building Pride in Providence"

Socialize Your Pup!

Attention puppy owners! Training and socialization are essential parts of caring for a new puppy. Start training your puppy now, before Fido makes the Tazmanian Devil look like a couch potato!

A Poorly Socialized Dog:

Jumps on people
Drags you down the street
Bothers Neighbors
Soils inside your home
Aggressively protects food dishes and toys
Rips apart your house or yard
Acts "out of control"
Is an embarrassment
Might be euthanized because of misbehavior

A Well Socializer' Pup Is:

Much easier to train
Less likely to bite
Comfortable with new people, places, pets or things
Easier to groom, board and medically treat
More predictable and safer
More enjoyable for the whole family
A better companion

Your veterinarian wants you to experience the wonderful things a canine companion can offer. Please ask the veterinary staff for information about proper puppy training including obedience school. Let us celebrate the joy of a properly socialized pet. Sponsored by the Rhode Island Veterinary Medical Association