Best Ways To Make Your Pup Feel Loved Everyday!
Dogs spoil us; they give us unconditional love, affection and comfort. Their support has been proven to reduce stress, anxiety, depression and loneliness in their owners! But, have you ever wondered if your dog feels your love back? Or how to make them know how much you appreciate them?
Spending quality time with your pup is one of the best ways to let them know you cherish them, and can form a stronger bond between you both! As this connection grows stronger, it can positively affect your mental health, and it teaches your pup that they are loved and safe with you. Read on below for some of our best dog-tested ways to get in quality time with your pup and make them your fur-ever friend -
Stimulate Your Pup - A Working Dog Is A Happy Dog!
- Taking them to the park or on a walk - this can allow them to let out their energy, as well as discover new smells, sights and sounds!
- Socializing them with other dogs - a great skill for all dogs!
- Playing games with them indoors - If it’s too cold outside, or you don’t have time to take your pup outside, games inside are a great way to keep them entertained. Try to switch up the activities and games you play with them so that they don’t get bored.
- Teaching them new tricks - challenge them by switching it up. Training your dog for dinner once or twice a week will quickly make them the smartest pooch around!
- Rotating their toys - just like humans, dogs like to play with different toys. As opposed to leaving them out all day, try storing them away in a closet so your pup will get excited to see what you pull out next!
- Introducing them to enrichment activities - enrichment activities can include using food puzzles or hiding treats for scent games.
Belly Rubs!
Treat Yo’ Pup - Because Who Doesn’t Love To Be Spoiled?!
Talk To Your Pup - You’re Not Quirky, It's Good For Them!
Our dogs are extremely intelligent creatures and have developed the ability to read, and even mimic, our facial expressions. When we talk to our dogs, maintain eye contact, and listen to their body language, we are able to understand their behaviors and feelings much better! This also allows our dogs to know that we are being attentive to them, their needs, and their feelings. In turn, our pups will also understand you better if you routinely talk to them and show them your facial expressions - so go ahead, talk to your pup when you’re getting ready in the morning, cleaning the house, making dinner, cuddling on the couch and yes- even on your walks!
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