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My senior dog avoids people and dogs. How can I help her socialize?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Toy Poodle | Female | unspayed

My older dog does not socialize with people or other dogs.She used to bark at other dogs but now she avoids them.Whats the best way to help her?

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Answered By Bette Isacoff

Dog Trainer

Published on November 9th, 2016

It would be a good idea to enroll her in an obedience class (even if she is older). There she can learn to interact with people and other dogs in a controlled environment, and there will be an instructor there to help you with any particular issues you're having.

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