March 17, 2010
Techniques To Cause Your Dog To Feel Respected
Dogs are incredibly intelligent and perceptive, especially where their owners are concerned. They go out of their way to please us and earn praise and rewards. We in turn show our dogs how much we love them, these are just a few ways that you can show your pet how much you love them.
How you hold your dog goes a way towards showing your pet how much you care. A hug and affectionate pats on the back both show your pet that you love them.
A touch is a lot more than a simple, physical contact. It taps into our psyche as we associate affectionate embraces with love. This is essential to show love for your animal as they cannot speak.
A small dog will thoroughly enjoy sitting on your knee and being petted. If they are too big for this; they can lie beside you while you stroke them.
Don’t be greedy with your affection and wait until they’ve done something well to pet them. Give them a cuddle for no reason, just to show that you love them. If you’ve been out at work all day, give them a hug when you come in.
It’s a sad fact that many owners never think of taking their dogs for a walk, and it is one of the most enjoyable things you can do with your pet. You are spending time together away from the home and it’s a great way of pet and owner connecting. You are sharing a special time together to the exclusion of all others.
A dog should be rewarded if they do well, so keep a specific treat for praise. As dogs are intelligent, they will be delighted when you give them a variety of different treats for no other reason than to show that you love them.
If you think they need the company, the ultimate way of showing that you care is to get them a companion.
Filed under Dogs by Deborah Donovan






