20 Things Your Dog Wishes You Knew
Dogs always seem to be in such a good mood, so it’s a little bit insane to think that they might have some complaints or even seem as if they are a little bit unhappy. I mean, they’re dogs. They’re always happy; except when they are not. Sometimes dogs are just not all that happy, and sometimes they wish you knew more than you do. Dogs have a lot to say, and just because they cannot verbalize what’s on their mind does not mean that they do not have a thing or two they’d like to make sure you know. So listen to what we have to say, because are mind readers of dogs that can tell you precisely what your canine companion wants you to know. Kidding; we’re just humans who can take what dog experts have to say and translate that into what the rest of us understand.
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You don’t own me
The truth is that I don’t own you anymore than you own me, but the truth is that we all know I own you just a little bit more than you own me. You might be the human, but dogs really do own you as far as your affection and your love are concerned. What this means is that you need to prepare yourself to be someone who sort of just coexists with the dog instead of the master of the universe.
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I miss you
When you are not around, your dog misses you. It’s fine that you have to go to work and make a living, but it is not entirely fair to your dog to make it a habit to not be around for him or her. In fact, you shouldn’t even bother with a dog if you want to keep him happy and keep yourself feeling good. You should not get a dog if you cannot be there to love and care for him in every way possible.
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I don’t chew things because I hate you
Dogs are not looking to eat your Louboutins and baby toys because they hate you or because they are mad at you. They get very easily bored and need a bit of stimulation to help them stay out of trouble. They’re not doing this because they want to make you miserable. They’re doing it because they want to do something, and you’re not providing them with adequate stimulation. Sorry to have to be the one to tell you this.
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I get bored
Dogs are not animals that are made for a sedentary lifestyle. They need to work. They need to be active. They need to be engaged and in the midst of something fun and fabulous. They need to have some fun and they need something to do. If you cannot provide them with enough stimulation to keep them happy, perhaps you should consider a different type of pet to keep at home. These are animals that really do need ample stimulation.
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I’m good for your health
Dogs are great for your health. Owning a dog provides a number of exceptional health benefits that might make it feel good for you to live a life that’s far healthier and more enjoyable, and they’re just great to have around. This is information that has been studied and proven, and it’s amazing news for everyone that owns a dog.
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I’m good for your mood
Dogs make for great moods. They are capable of lowering your stress level and making you feel happier. They make you feel less anxiety, more happiness and less confusion. They are amazing to have around the house simply because of this. They can perk you right up after a long day, and that can go a long way toward making you feel good about what you have going on in your life.
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I’ll help you live longer
Dogs are animals that can make you life longer. Because they are good for your overall health, they can help to increase the length of time in which you will enjoy your life, and they will do so in a way that makes you feel amazing about it. It’s been proven that those who own animals tend to live a few years longer than those who don’t own animals. It might be time to get on board with that one.
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I’m good for your body
Dogs need to play, be active and walk. This means that you can find a dog that fits your lifestyle in a way that will be great for your body. You have to take them out and keep them healthy, so they’re going to do the same for you. Your dog is going to encourage you to get up and out and active, which is something that will begin to show on your body. It’s good news for those who want to have a dog and want to look better at the same time.
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I’m always excited to see you
Dogs are always happy to see you, so try not to forget that. They need someone in their lives who will walk through the front door on their way home from work and look excited to see them in return. Even if you are in a hurry, try to spend just a few minutes enjoying the time that you do have with your dog so that you can really get to have a good time. Dogs need you to do this for them, so make it a habit.
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Don’t feed me just because I’m hungry
So sometimes you feel hungry, but you’re not really. Sometimes you are just bored. Sometimes you might actually be quite hungry, but you simply do not need to eat since you’ve been eating all day long. So do you keep eating knowing that you’ve had enough for the day? No, you don’t. You should not do the same to your dog, either. Your dog does not need to keep eating just because it wants to. This is bad for his health and can lead to many issues you and your dog don’t want to deal with.
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I’m always loyal to you
Dogs are always loyal to their people. They will do whatever it takes to make their people happy and make sure that they are in a good place. Dogs are exceptionally loyal and exceptionally loving. They will do what it takes to be there for you, to protect you, and to make sure that you are always safe and loved. This is the amazing thing about dogs; they aren’t worried about anything other than you at all times.
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I like flexibility
Dogs aren’t so scheduled that they cannot have a little flexibility and fun in their lives. In fact, they often need it. So grab the dog and take an impromptu ride in the car or somewhere else. You can do it. You can take a walk at a different time of day, in a different place, visit a dog park, take a walk through town or do whatever you want to make sure your dog is happy and very well-behaved. They love flexibility, and it’s something easy to provide.
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I like fun
Dogs don’t just like fun. They love fun. They love it so much that they often cannot even stand anything but fun. The good news is that they think that everything is fun, too. They think that everything is fun because they are dogs and as long as you are showing them love and attention, you will find that they are going to be quite happy to enjoy it. Fun is their middle name, so don’t forget to include it in every day of your lives together.
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I need your attention
Dogs do require ample attention from their owners. They need your love and affection in their lives, and that’s not something you can take for granted. These are animals that need you. They love you and they want you to feel happy and they want to prove their love to you, so let them. Let them show you that they are just as happy to see you as you are them, and return their love and affection as often as possible.
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Let me get dirty
Dogs are meant to get dirty. They love it, and it makes them happy. Don’t worry about letting the dog out in the rain or the mud or the filth. They need this; they love this. So let’s do something that that makes life easier on you by creating some sort of mud room or doggie bath that can clean them off before they come back into the house. This is going to make life much easier on you.
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Let me play
Dogs need time to play. Don’t let them get too bored. Let them have fun. Make sure they have plenty of play time in the yard and at the park so that they are happy and taken care of. These are animals that need play time, so don’t deny them of the chance to exercise and let loose and burn off some of their excess energy.
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Don’t punish me for forgetting things
Dogs are not like humans. They do not remember for a long period of time. If your dog has an accident on the floor and you don’t see the dog in the act, you have to take the dog over there and make sure he or she is aware of what is happening. Dogs do need to have reminders, and they don’t always remember. So don’t punish your dog for something that he is not currently aware of.
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Your tone scares me or makes me happy
Dogs do not always understand the words you use. What they do understand, however, is the tone you use. When you use a tone that scares them, it’s not good. You need to be firm with your dog, but you must always use an appropriate tone when doing so. Otherwise, you have no idea what kind of fear or sadness your dog is currently feeling.
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I appreciate learning from your body language
Dogs learn a lot from body language. Do your best to be aware of your own and what it means for your animal. What your body language means for your dog is communication. Be sure not to exhibit body language that has anything scary or intimidating about it. This will help your dog to feel more comfortable and less afraid, which is very important.
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I won’t be here forever
Your dog does not get to live forever. In fact, you will be around for a lot longer than your dog, so now is a good time to enjoy his presence. Your dog needs you in his life, so be open to having your dog in your life in an active role. Be there. Be present and really enjoy your time together. It’s what is going to make the difference. You never want to look back on your time together with regret, after all.
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