Help the young Puppy develop confidence by letting him spend time alone. This can be outdoors in a confined area such as a yard or kennel or in his crate while you are busy around the house and can’t supervise. Being alone for varying periods teaches him he’s all right on his own and you always come back.

Like every dog, the Puppy needs early socialization — exposure to many different people, sights, sounds, and experiences — ideally before he is four months old. Socialization helps to ensure your Puppy grows up to be a well-rounded dog, unafraid of strangers, children, other animals, or being left alone when necessary. Without a lot of experience of the world, he can easily become fearful or aggressive. The more you socialize him, the better able he will be to determine what’s normal behavior and what actions require him to respond in a protective way.

According to the Italian breed standard, the Puppy should be indifferent when approached and should only react when a real threat is present. The Puppy is a working breed and is required to function under high levels of stress. A Puppy who cannot maintain its dictated temperament under stressful situations is one with incorrect temperament for the breed.