Category: Pets

How to Socialize Your Dog with Children - PetsFoodNutrition.com Some people believe that holding a dog so that a youngster can pet it is an effective way of introducing dogs and children. That is not the case! Holding a dog terrified of children while a youngster approaches and pets it might be terrifying. To get away from the object of its fears—in this case, children—a fearful dog can turn violent and growl, snap, or bite. Allow your dog as much time as it needs to become comfortable with children and approach the situation on its terms.