My Dog Is Scared To Go For A Walk

Question
Hi. I got a Samoyed Husky puppy over a week ago and I have been trying to get him to venture out of the garden and go for a walk. He is almost 12 weeks old now. I have put his harness on him in the garden so he can get used to having it on but as soon as I put his lead on he freezes and refuses to walk anywhere..
I have tried everything..
Please help!!
Thanks

Answer
At 12 weeks he is reaching the stag of life where he no longer accepts new experiences as well.  It may take a lot of work overcoming problems now.  Don't coddle him for showing fear and don't let it stress you.  The period between 6-12 weeks is a dangerous time.  One sniff where a sick dog relieved itself in the last 6 months can bring on parvo or another life threatening disease.  Fail to expose it to strangers, including men, women, children, noise, etc. and you could end up with a misfit you can't take out in public.  They also need continuing contact with other dogs, but it must be limited to ones you know are getting good care.

If getting out in front and coaxing doesn't get a puppy moving, try dropping behind it and running by in baby steps calling ''Go, go, go!'' In a happy, excited voice.