A dog is a big responsibility. After all, often the owners allow themselves to treat the animal as they please.
Even if you do not take into account cruel methods of upbringing or excessive rudeness, dogs still have a hard life. Their happy owners behave incorrectly, they make mistakes in upbringing, anger the dogs, and drive them crazy. This is very dangerous, especially if the animal is of impressive size.
Perhaps the dog will endure for some time. But only once her patience comes to an end. The consequences can be most dire.
Below are 10 things your dog hates. Remember them and try never to do this again.
10. Hugs
What could be better than hugs? For humans, this is a manifestation of love and tenderness, but what does the dog think about this?
Unfortunately, people will never know. If you rely on the results of research, it is safe to say that dogs do not like hugging at all.
Scientists conducted an experiment in which it was revealed that 81.6% of the animals showed signs of anxiety, while the owners tried to hug them. 10.8% of the dogs showed indifference, and only 7.6% of the animals experienced positive emotions.
If you want to understand how your dog treats hugs, be observant. If she drops her ears, she has a sad look (you can see the white of the eye) or she closes her eyes, then the animal feels uncomfortable.
Leave "hugs" for loved ones, do not injure the psyche of your dog.
9. When forced to communicate with unloved people and animals
People do not think at all that a dog can also have an opinion. They love their pets so much that they are ready to demonstrate it to all friends and acquaintances.
They make the dog endure the hugs and strokes of strangers. If the size of the dog allows, they are allowed to pick it up.
Sometimes it reaches the point of absurdity. Dog owners try to imitate the hugs of their pets. Have you ever seen animals hugging each other at will?
Never violate the personal boundaries of the dog, do not allow others to touch it. You do not know how she will react. The dog may get angry, bite or pounce.
If you still want her to make friends with your acquaintance, watch her behavior. If she does not like the attention of a stranger (she growls or tries to hide), then leave the acquaintance until next time.
8. When stroking the face and head
Dogs are very fond of being petted. Like people, they need affection and manifestation of love. Unfortunately, when people start an animal, they don’t think about what they need to prepare: read books or chat with experienced dog breeders.
Most owners do not know how to caress their pets. The dog does not like it when they pet their head and touch the muzzle. The animal perceives the action from above as a threat.
It is allowed to scratch the muzzle on the side, to stroke the chest, stomach and place at the base of the tail. In no case do not touch the hind legs, genitals. Animals don’t like it.
Remember, to pet the dog, you should choose the right moment. You need to show your love when the animal is relaxed.
7. Hard pulling on a leash
For some time it was believed that the dog’s neck is stronger than the human. This myth has long been dispelled, the device of the neck of dogs and people is absolutely identical.
Therefore, the collar and leash are a terrible weapon in the hands of a person who does not understand anything in physiology. A hard pull on the leash causes severe pain to the dog.
Leash pulls and jerks are the most common causes of neck and throat injuries. It is not surprising that dogs cannot stand when the owners pull the leash.
Experienced dog breeders recommend abandoning the collar and leash in favor of the harness.
6. When the owner does not pay attention
This is probably known to every person who has a pet at home. Moreover, it is not necessary that this is a dog.
Everyone loves attention: people, dogs, cats, hamsters, rabbits. Perhaps the dogs are most worried about this, they are very sensitive to the indifference of the owners to their person.
If you got an animal, try to please him with communication. Spend time with him, take a walk. In addition to the dog, you have a lot of relatives, friends and acquaintances, and she has no one except you. You are the whole world for her.
5. When she is teased
Dogs hate being teased. At first, you may think that the animal likes this game. You can call her food, but do not give anything, tug on ears or tail, laugh at the pet.
In this case, be prepared that she can take revenge on you. The dog will cease to trust you, you will no longer be an authority for it. Even if this does not stop you, the animal will go to extreme measures. It will be protected.
A dog is a worthy adversary, it is unlikely that you can cope with it, unless, of course, this is a Chihuahua. Even such a tiny animal can bite someone who regularly offends him.
4. Explanations with words, not gestures
Dogs do not understand human speech, but they succeeded in reading facial expressions and gestures. The animal can easily recognize what the owner is going to do if he knows at least a little about body language.
Learn the basic gestures to make it easier for you to communicate with your dog. Do not try to reach her in words; she will understand nothing.
Try an experiment. Do not talk with your dog all day, show her what you want with gestures and facial expressions. You will be surprised, but the animal will understand you much better than usual.
3. Boredom
Everyone knows that dogs are very dedicated animals. They are strongly attached to their owners and want to spend as much time as possible together.
It was already noted above that the animal should be given attention. If you work a lot, the dog is always left alone, she may get bored. In this case, take care of your pet: buy a dog toys.
Now there is a large selection of various devices that can entertain your pet. Again, do not try to pay off the animal. Even though busy, try to give your pet a little time.
2. Walk without the ability to sniff and explore the world around
For a dog, a walk is a celebration. She wants to study the world, watch, sniff. If you took the dog for a walk, take your time home when she has already relieved herself. You go for a walk not only for this.
Give the animal the opportunity to enjoy a walk. If you don’t like going after a dog, invite her to play. The animal will gladly accept the offer. Active outdoor games are equally beneficial for the animal and for its owner.
1. Lack of regularity and rules
Of course, the dog needs to be raised. It is better if one person will be engaged in her upbringing.
He must understand that you need to adhere to certain rules and in no case do not change them. Otherwise, the animal will not understand what it means to behave correctly.
For example, if today you allow sitting on the couch, and tomorrow you are no longer there, the dog will be confused.
Teach her elementary teams, do training on a daily basis. Do not forget that the dog needs a system, only then your furry friend will please you with good behavior.