Our dogs are our best friends. We love them so much it hurts to even think of the possibility we are hurting or upsetting them in anyway.
But alas, some human behaviors that we actually think are cute or funny, can make our 4 legged friends very uncomfortable. Since they love us unconditionally they are unable to show or tell us what those little things are and how much they bother them.
If you love your dog(s) as much as we do, you better read this short list we’ve come up with and stop with those nasty habits. Luckily enough our dogs love us so much that we can be sure they forgive us and love us just as much as always!
1. Hugging Them Tight
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Hugs are a tricky subject when it comes to dogs. If it is your own dog then you can probably get away with some hugs but try not to squeeze too tight and try not to hug for too long.
In the canine world there is no reason why a dog would put its paws on another dog unless it is trying to show dominance or control over the other animal.
Even if your dog lets you hug it, you probably should be the only one doing that.
Don’t let strangers or kids try to hug the dog because this makes the animal feel threatened and very uncomfortable. A good old belly rub will come highly appreciated instead.
Elizabeth Saavedra
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Mireya Saavedra I always hug paco too tight lol
Debbie Cartwright Carruthers
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A lot of these are just common sense (which I know is sadly lacking in some folks) but it all depends on the dog. Besides that, being the incredibly intuitive and sensitive creatures that they are, they will adapt to how you express affection. Our dogs will lick our faces off if we let them, and we kiss their little heads in return.
Gene Allen
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1 is ALL BS!! 3 is optional, depending on if you talk to you dog and tell them how much you love them. 4 is ALL OUT BS!! WHAT BRAINLESS IDIOT COMES UP WITH THIS?
Jay Kapron
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Setting a routine??? Yep … Cooper set it and we follow it!
Patricia Hogan
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Dogs love car rides, and of course you shouldn’t give them spoiled food!!! Most of these are common sense, but we know dogs have more common sense than most people!!!
Roger Tadlock
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Tammy Irvin Mcinnis