My new puppy was rejected by his mom. How do I socialize him properly?

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FOLLOW UP! The mum is rejecting the pup, that's why I'm taking him. What can I do to help further develop his social skills? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 16 days old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Slowly transition the puppy to the puppy food, replacing the mil and biscuits with the puppy food over several days. It is hard to help with social skills if you do not have other puppies, Socialisation period is until about 12 weeks, So have the puppy vaccinated at 6/9/12 weeks and you can then have it meet other vaccinated puppies and dogs. Worm the puppy now as well.

My new puppy was rejected by his mom. How do I socialize him properly?

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