17 things you make that your dog really hates, say experts

Cut out these bad behaviors so you do not turn the best friend of man in your worst enemy.


Your dog can look at you as you have suspended the moon, but even the best friend of man has limits. In fact, there are many behaviors that can turn your relationship with your Canine companion inlitigation In no time. If you want to stay on the right side of Rover, discover if you do one of the following things that veterinarians, trainers and other canine specialists say that dogs hate.

1
Force them to play with other dogs

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Just because your dog likes to go to the park, it does not mean you should try to force aFriendship between them and another puppy At the playground if chemistry is clearly not there.

"SomeDogs are very social and love playing with other dogs, where some are very independent and do not want to play with other dogs, "saysSara Ochoa, a small animal and exotic veterinarian in Texas and consultant forDoglab.com. "If your dog wants to play with another animal, they will do it."

2
Tease them with treats

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This can be fun and games from your point of view and even look in the same way as in this way, but it's hardly the case. The treats must be used as rewards, but not instruments to tease and deceive your dog, "says Ochoa.

3
Touch their feet and their nails

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Pedicures are certainly not the relaxing experience for the canines they are intended for humans.

"Many dogs hate that their cut nails and feet affected," says Ochoa. However, as it is an essential component of their grooming, it recommends using them for nail packs as puppies, so that they are less resistant to them later.

4
Embrace them

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Give your puppy a loving pressure can feel like the most natural thing in the world, but chances are that you are the only one to feel love incuddle.

"This is human and primacy, but it's not comforting for your dog," saysBrian ogleAssistant Professor of Anthrozoology atBeacon College In Lagesburg, Florida, which notes that this behavior can even be perceived as aggressive.

5
Ignoring their limits

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Whether it's too close to the bed, kissing them on the face or being too affectionate in general, this kind of behavior can become irritating to your dog if it becomes constant.

"As most of us, dogs have a personal space [and] we often violate their space to show affection," said Ogle said.

6
Leave them alone too often

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If you are looking for a pet that will be happy to spend single hours, a dog is probably not the right choice, Lover says. Too much time can cause stress and unwanted behaviors, so he suggests that he suggests that the owners bring their dogs whenever possible or find a suitable dog daycare where they will not be in such a solitary environment.

7
Struggle

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Just because your dog engages in an aggressive game with other dogs does not mean they want to do the same thing with you, saysCarol Borden, founder and CEO ofGuardian Angels Medical Service Dogs.

"Landling with them, playing the basket of war or the riders with treats will often inspire a very undesirable behavior of the dog," she says.

8
Discipline them inconsistently

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If you want to keep your dog happy, coherence is the key, especially with regard to their training, as well as how you reward or advance their behavior.

"While the [dogs] are experts in reading the language of the body and the tone of the voice, they are constantly confused and saddened by the mixed messages communicated by their human," says Borden, who notes that it is " Extremely frustrating for something correct once, but not all the time, "like sitting on the couch or playing with some objects.

9
Dress up

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Yes theyWatch adorable in the costumeBut it's worth putting them through discomfort or embarrassment that they can live, all because you want to have some cute pictures to post on social media?

"Usually, it's not a good idea that the dog is just very uncomfortable," saysCynthia Kelly, dog breeder and owner ofREGIS REGAL German Shepherds In the spring Grove, Illinois. Kelly points out that one of the concerns is that they can even overheat in these small outfits if you are not careful.

10
Using scented grooming products

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"Dogs have an incredible sense of smell, Therefore, even a very sweet [odor] for us, humans have a potential to really irritate them, "said Kelly, who recommends spraying topical treatments on a cloth before applying to your animal aside to limit their Olfactory offense potential.

11
Tap them on the top of the head

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Of course, you are just trying to show your pet some kind of approval or affection, but your dog may get a totally different type of message.

"It's a threatening behavior, especially if people look at the dog's dog," saysHope saidco-founder of2 minutes-coach, who says that the smallest dog is, the more intimidating the gesture. Instead, it recommends approaching dogs aside and caressing them under their jaw or neck.

12
Argue before them

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Even a jokingly argument between you and your spouse may seem like a very real conflict to your dog.

"Dogs want to protect all members of their family and do not know what to do when there is a discord," said Saidel. It also notes that some dogs will try to break the fight, which will result in an injury to anyone involved or near those who are.

13
To be animated with your hand gestures

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If you usually speak with your hands, you may want to solve it when your dog is suspended.

"We saw dogs get angry when people make wide gestures while playing video games," said Saidel. Once again, the question is that the animal can interpret these motions as signs of aggression.

14
Blow up in their faces

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This comfortable look that your dog gives you when you blow in their face can be cute, but it's certainly not a pleasure.

"In fact, most dogs hate this," saysColleen Demlingdog behavioralist toDogtopia. When thinking about it, it does not sound too nice, no matter what your species is.

15
Look at

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Looking into the eyes of your partner, it's a touching expression of how much you love them, but blocking your eyes with your dog may seem like you're trying to affirm your authority.

"For dogs, a prolonged look is a signal of confrontation or aggression, says Deming. Even if, sometimes it seems to agree with that," they are probableshowing subtle stress signals"That you do not be taking, she said.

16
hunt them

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It's not because your dog loves running next to you does not mean they want to hire you in a high-speed pursuit. And if it's children who make the chasse, it's even worse.

"Dogs hate being pursued - and especially stuck - and could even bite a child one day if it goes too long," saysSteffi TrottDog trainerSpiritdog training In Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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YANK leaves them

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If you want to establish that you are the one you like, call the shots in the relationship between you and your dog, it's good, but you pull on a leash is not the way to go, said Trott.

"Avoid using the leash as a punishment," she says. "It's not just uncomfortable for your dog, but can actually damage his trachea, especially in smaller breeds."


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