they're setting up for a christmas parade downtown and i live within walking distance, i thought there would just be a handful of people arriving and that it'd be a pretty good socialization opportunity. i was completely wrong, there were loud trucks everywhere and we ended up mobbed by people wanting to pet him. every time i tried to find a quiet spot to let him breathe, something else would go wrong: a dog would start barking at him, someone driving by would blare their horn, etc
i should also note that while we've done socialization outings almost daily since he first came home, he was usually in a cart or being carried because he wasn't fully vaccinated. my vet just gave me the okay to start being less careful, so maybe he's used to being up high?
he did okay all things considered, but was not as confident as he usually is. he was very clearly unsure and nervous. we're back home now and he seems fine, but im just worried that i fucked up. i know his "socialization window" is closing (he's almost 15 weeks old) and i don't want him to be scared of everything as an adult. is there any way i can make him more comfortable?
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