Think Like a Dog
Think Like a Dog
Millie Braden and Andreia Albies
Why Most Dog Introductions Go Wrong: Leash Greetings, Socialization, and Neutrality
55 minutes Posted May 18, 2026 at 4:00 am.
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Think Like a Dog, Andreia and Millie break down why so many dog-to-dog introductions go wrong and why humans often put too much pressure on dogs to “make friends.” They discuss why on-leash greetings can create tension, frustration, reactivity, and miscommunication, especially when dogs are pulling toward each other or being forced into an interaction. This conversation also explains why “dog friendly” is not always a clear or helpful label. Dogs have diffe...