As a new puppy parent, you’re probably thinking of how to keep your English Bulldog puppy social and well liked around the neighborhood. One important part of doing that is allowing him to play with other dogs frequently.

Visiting the local dog parks are the best way to find some puppy friends for your English Bulldog puppy. Being able to socialize with other pet parents will allow you to match your puppy’s behavior and personality with the other puppies in the area. Remember that English Bulldog puppies get along well with other dogs but you want to be sure their friends are the same size. You don’t want your pup to bully the other dogs or hurt them with his size and strength.

Taking your English Bulldog puppy to puppy classes will also allow him the chance to meet friends the same age and, usually, the same size as him. Your pup may even choose friends himself to sit next to or play with. Let him socialize when class is over and see if you can set up play dates with some parents in the class. This will help your puppy be social to both animals and humans in the future.

Don’t forget that you know your dog better than anyone else. If you sense that he’s uncomfortable or scared around certain dogs, take this as a cue to find friends more to his liking. You want him to have fun, be himself and be free. Find him friends that allow him to do that!