dogs despite being extremely loyal and loving pets have a truly surprising memory when it comes to bad experiences these negative encounters can do more than just scare them at the moment they have a lasting impact on their trust in you while dogs Overlook many things their beloved caregivers do there are nine unique things that your dog will find hard to forgive number one ignoring them dogs just like us don't like being ignored when they are left alone for too long or when we are too busy to give them attention it can hurt their feelings dogs
thrive on interaction and companionship it is essential for their emotional well-being imagine waiting all day to play with your best friend and then they ignore you when they finally come home that's how your dog feels when they are sidelined even though our lives are hectic there are ways to ensure our dogs still feel loved and valued hiring a dog walker during the week can be a good tip this gives your dog a chance to get out stretch their legs and spend the day with some joy and for you it means coming home to a happier
and more relaxed dog for those times when you are at home but busy consider enriching your dog's environment with treats and toys that keep them engaged toys with treats inside are great for keeping them occupied and a short play session in the morning can work wonders for their mood throughout the day number two using punishment-based techniques training a dog using punishment-based techniques such as yelling or physical aggression is not just outdated it's ineffective think about it if someone yelled at you or punished you every time you forgot to put away the dishes you would probably
be confused or scared not motivated to change the same goes for dogs when they are punished they may stop the behavior at the moment out of fear but they are not learning what you want them to do worse still it can damage the bond you share here's a better approach positive reinforcement if they sit when you tell them to they get a treat or a belly rub if they stay quiet instead of barking at the mailman they receive praise or a favorite toy this way dogs learn which behaviors earn them attention and positive rewards positive
reinforcement encourages dogs to repeat these good behaviors because they associate them with good things happening it's a win-win your dog learns faster and your bond strengthens because you're communicating in a way that builds trust not fear number three separating them from the group what can hurt a dog more than anything is being separated from their family to a dog their Human family is their world when a dog is deemed bad and kept away from the family either in a kennel or outside it is incredibly harmful to their emotional well-being dogs are social creatures by Nature
thriving on interaction and approval from their human pack all they want is to make us happy craving our love and approval much more than any treat or toy sometimes dogs misbehave not because they are inherently bad but because they are not getting the guidance and training needed to understand what is acceptable in your home if your dogs are displaying bad behaviors it's a sign they may need more attention training or mental stimulation if you are facing challenges with your dog's Behavior do not opt for isolation as a solution instead seek professional help veterinarians and experienced
dog trainers offer a wealth of knowledge and resources to address behavioral issues number four lack of rules at home dogs are big fans of consistency just like they have their favorite spot on the couch they like knowing our homes including our rules having a dog in the house without setting any rules is like inviting them to a game with without teaching them the rules initially they might think everything is allowed from jumping on the furniture to playing rough but when we suddenly decide to change these rules it confuses them imagine one day you can eat
cookies in bed and the next day it's forbidden before a dog enters your home it's crucial to have a clear plan sit down with everyone in the house and agree on what the dog can and cannot do where will they sleep can they get on the couch who will feed them and when who will take them for walks dogs love routine because it makes them feel secure knowing what to expect every day helps them understand their place in your family number five punishing them when they are scared many things in our world can be scary
for dogs thunderstorms fireworks and even the vacuum cleaner can seem like big noisy monsters to them some dogs also naturally have more anxiety or are less confident moreover dogs often pick up on how we are feeling if we are calm it can help them feel calm too when your dogs are scared show them that you are relaxed sit with them pet them gently and speak in a soft voice this shows your dogs that they are not alone and that you are there to protect them never yell at or punish them for being scared number six
using a crate as punishment using a crate should be like giving your dog their own personal room not a corner for punishment when we use the crate as punishment it's like telling them that their safe space is actually a punishment area this can really hurt their feelings it's important to make the crate a happy place filling it with their favorite toys cozy bedding and even some treats this way they will know it's a place just for them a place to relax and feel safe try playing activities that involve the crate like tossing a ball into
it or feeding them there so they associate the crate as their room and not as a punishment number seven rubbing their nose in their poop or pee this mistake can really damage your relationship with your dog if your dogs go potty in the house and in the wrong place getting upset and showing your displeasure in such a direct and negative way does not teach them what you think it does instead it teaches them to be afraid of you and possibly to hide when they do it again they won't understand why they are being punished this
way only that it's something to fear the key to potty training is patience and positive reinforcement when they go potty in the right place make it a little celebration with praise and treats this encourages them to repeat the behavior and if an accident happens indoors it's a sign that they need more guidance and walks to go potty outside not punishment are you enjoying the video If so I ask you to subscribe to the channel and give a thumbs up to the video it motivates me to make more videos like this one thank you number eight
using the command for something your dog doesn't like when we train our dogs the command is like the winning ticket it's that special word that means hey come here something good is going to happen initially we teach them that coming when called Equals a tasty treat or a fun game this builds trust and excitement around the command but if we start using it as a signal for a bath or a trip to the vet things our dogs might not like they can feel tricked and betrayed we should use the command only for positive outcomes if
we need them for something Less Pleasant it's better to go get them than to risk the trust and reliability of that command I used come here as an example what I mean is to use voice commands only for positive things for negative things go and fetch your furry friend number nine being a spoil sport dogs are like little athletes who also need their mental exercise skipping playtime with them is like telling them to watch a movie marathon without popcorn when we don't spend quality time playing with our furry friends they might start coming up with
their own fun and let's be honest their idea of fun might include shredding papers pillows and your favorite shoes it's not just about tiring them out physically though that's important their brains need to work too you don't need to turn your backyard into a k9 obstacle course though that does sound fun simple activities like playing fetch in the hallway or a spirited game of tug ofwar can make a huge difference just 10 minutes of play can turn a potentially bored and frustrated dog into a happy and well-b behaved companion plus it strengthens the bond between
the two of you now before leaving I ask you would you like to know what happens when you let your dog sleep with you every night if so this video that is here on the screen will tell you exactly that covering in detail what it means to sleep with your dog click on the screen and continue with me in the Incredible World of dogs
