Wouldn't you like to talk to your dog to know how he feels?
Showing your affection in a way he understands makes your bond even stronger.
Want to show your love in a doggy way? Here are 5 ways to tell your dog you love him.
1. Look deep into your dog's eyes
One of the best ways to really connect with your dog is through eye contact.
Do this in a relaxed moment, though: stroke your dog gently and look at him with a calm gaze.
This is how you build trust and strengthen your bond.
Note: In unfamiliar dogs or stressful situations, prolonged staring can be perceived as threatening.
So use this method only with dogs you know well and are comfortable with.
2. Use your facial expression
Japanese research shows that dogs can read emotions from their owner's face.
The more expression you show when greeting your dog - for example, by raising your eyebrows or smiling - the more you do.
the better he understands that he is loved. So feel free to smile at your four-legged friend more often!
3. Lean gently against your dog
Literally leaning on your dog - gently of course - is a subtle way to show trust and affection.
Dogs often do this to humans as well: by pressing lightly against you, they show that they feel safe.
Such a quiet moment of closeness sometimes says more than words.
4. Sleep or rest together
For dogs, sleeping together is the ultimate sign of trust.
While resting, they are at their most vulnerable and see you as part of their pack.
Would you rather keep your bed free? Then lie with him on the couch or next to his basket for half an hour every now and then.
That feels just as loving to your dog.
5. Stay yourself
Dogs mirror our emotions and flawlessly sense how we behave.
If you are restless, your dog often takes over.
The more honest and authentic you are in your behavior and energy, the better your dog feels with you.
That is perhaps the purest form of love there is.
Showing love to your dog doesn't have to be in words - it's in eye contact, calmness and presence.
And when you're not around for a while, an experienced pet sitter at home continue that same warmth and attention.
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