Rushed Walks
Dog 101: Dogs love walks. Sometimes the owners do not have enough time to take an hour-long walk, so they participate in a rushed walk instead. Avoid doing this; dogs are a species of smell; while we differentiate different objects mainly through our eye’s dogs depend on their nose. During walks, dogs stop at every step to smell the grass, the trees, the can, etc.; this is how dogs get about with their lives. To try and train them out of this habit is utterly wrong!
Exposing Them To Loud Environments
Yes, the fireworks are pretty, and you would like to enjoy the show with all your family members, including your dog, but this is not an acceptable idea. Dogs hate noisy environments, fireworks, thunderstorms, construction sites, noisy roads; all these things make a dog nervous and scared. The most common fear amongst dogs is the fear of loud noises, and while you have zero to no control over thunderstorms, you can control the environment you expose your dog to.
Separation
Most dog owners would love to play and cuddle with their pet all day long; however, work and social affairs require our attention. It is acceptable to leave your dogs at home for a few hours while you are away from work; however, leaving them alone for a long period is highly unacceptable. According to National Geographic, it is unhealthy for dogs to go without peeing for more than 8 hours.
In Summary
Raising a pet is as difficult as raising a child; both have some excellent days and more than a few tough days; however, it can all be learned. Dogs may be animals, but they are more human than most humans; they feel emotions. So, while you may think that your dog likes all your actions, you may be wrong. Learn to pick up your dog’s body language, and if you find that some of your actions annoy or scare your dog, make sure to stop immediately.
