did you know that your dog might not realize how much you love them in this video you'll discover 13 simple yet powerful ways to show your love in a way they truly understand let's Jump Right In and begin with number 13 surprise them with their favorite food who doesn't love being surprised with a favorite meal prepared by someone special dogs have an amazing appetite and something homemade will be an even more special surprise for them take some time to prepare a delicious homemade meal for your dog as a great treat food and love go hand
inand when it comes to showing your dogs that you love them so it's no surprise that if you make a special dish for them they'll absolutely adore it number 12 lean on them did you know that a dog leaning on you is a sign of love and Trust the best way to tell your dog you love them is by leaning on them and letting them lean back on you while it might be tempting full-on hugs aren't the best idea for dogs to them a hug can often feel threatening or uncomfortable especially if they feel trapped
leaning into a dog and letting them lean on you is a much better way to strengthen your bond affection like this is often overlooked or mistaken for other behaviors so don't ignore it when they lean on you lean back for a moment and let your dog know you love them too don't push them or squeeze too tight just enough to show them you trust them number 11 take time to pet pet them dogs are pack animals and they love physical contact petting is one of the best ways to have positive physical contact and strengthen your
bond with them stroking your dog not only calms them but also makes them feel safe and loved take some time to snuggle with them whether on the couch the floor or anywhere else these moments of petting will deepen the trust and affection between you and make them feel cherished number 10 talk to your dog in your dog voice it might seem silly at first but talking to your dog is a great way to express love studies using MRI technology have shown that dogs have a basic understanding of human language so having that chat with your
dog isn't as crazy as it sounds your dog might not understand every word but they'll pick up on your tone and affection and they'll recognize that high-pitched voice you use when you speak to them dogs really love it they know you're talking to them and will appreciate the attention from their special human number nine put down your phone when you walk in the door your dog needs face-to-face interaction when you come home this is because they don't know what a phone is but they do know they don't want to compete with it the first way
to tell your dog you love them is to give them your full attention when you walk through the door too often when we're with our dogs we're also looking at our phones whether you're on a walk around the block walk or sitting together on the couch it's better to give 100% of your attention to your furry friend number eight respect your dog's nature many dog owners confuse caring for their dogs with treating them like babies it's important to remember that a dog is a dog and we need to respect their unique needs many owners discourage
certain natural dog behaviors like eating dirt sniffing urine and smelling other dogs from behind in these cases we're not caring for our furry friends but rather preventing them from expressing their true nature which can lead to anxiety and confusion it's important to love your dog for who they are number seven focus on touch dog experts say that a dog's ears are one of three nerve centers on their body gently scratching the area right behind a dog's ears triggers impulses throughout their body releasing hormones like endorphins this is incredibly relaxing Ing and when you pet your
dog it's important that they know they have your full attention a few distracted pats on the head are fine but they don't mean as much as when you're really focused on stroking your dog made it this far then you must be enjoying the video If you haven't subscribed yet now's the perfect time to do so and hit the Thumbs Up Button not only does it help us but it also lets YouTube know that you want to see more of our videos number six learn what your dog is telling you did you know that many dogs
don't like being kissed or hugged and that they don't want to be interrupted while eating sometimes they aren't even excited to meet your friends or unpredictable children your can9 companion can express a laot through their body language if you know what to look for by understanding how dogs communicate you can avoid stress and make them feel at ease this will strengthen your loving relationship and increase their trust in you dogs can't tell us how they're feeling so it's up to us to observe and protect them when you become their protector you can be sure your
dog will feel all your love number five loving gazes one way to show your dog that you love them is through eye contact Studies have shown that when you make eye contact while snuggling with your dog you release a hormone known as oxytocin in them oxytocin also known as the love hormone creates bonds between you and your dog just like between a mother and her baby so the next time you're spending time together look into their eyes they will connect with you in ways you never imagined but pay attention to your approach staring down a
dog in a forced way can be seen as a sign of aggression number four spend quality time with them this may be the most important one we all have things that distract us or keep us busy throughout the day whether it's work social media or household chores being responsible for a dog goes beyond just feeding them and not considering them much you are everything to your dog so take some time now and then to show them that they are important dogs are pack animals that crave companionship while they're excited to see you come home after
a long day of work being absent all day and giving them little attention won't create a special bond remember your dog's life will be much shorter than yours so try to integrate them a bit more into your daily routine whether it's by tossing a ball for them to fetch or bringing them along when visiting friends after all you don't want to look back and regret the time not spent with your four-legged friend number three raise your eyebrows when you see your dog this is another way to show your dog that you love them this was
discovered by Japanese behavioral scientists who explained in their research that when a dog raises its eyebrows and sticks out its tongue it is relaxed and happy believe it or not your dog expects the same from you scientist Studies have shown that dogs can differentiate human emotions through facial expressions you might try to hide your feelings but your dog can read your emotions from what's on your face letting your furry friend know you love them is as simple as acting naturally and letting your emotions show greeting your dog at the door with raised eyebrows and a
relaxed smile shows them just how happy you are to see them number two take your dog on vacation instead of leaving your dog with a sitter play plan a vacation where they can come along there are plenty of pet friendly hotels out there if you have a small dog traveling by plane is easier for larger dogs you could consider a road trip perhaps renting an RV and heading to the beach after all dogs are members of our family and definitely deserve a trip to a new place number one spend time together dogs have been our
companions for centuries they love spending time with us whether at home or accompanying us on daily task ask S if you really want your furry friend to feel like part of the family let them spend as much time as possible with you whether gardening working on a project cleaning or exercising why not let your dog be around they will love the company and it will be a great bonding time for both of you do you know other ways to show your dog that you love them let us know in the comments below now would you
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