A TikTok video gets a lot of likes and encouragement among dog fans.
In it, some human behaviors are mentioned that the four-legged friends do not like.
Dogs are considered to be particularly social and usually have a close bond with their master or mistress.
Conversely, to recognize their needs requires some sensitivity.
Dogs show their emotions in many ways, such as barking, wagging their tails, or licking their owner's hand, which is often a sign of affection.
Of course, dogs also like to look for treats, and even then they show what they want.
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Dogs need a lot of closeness and encouragement.
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But sometimes the four-legged friends are hesitant or anxious when they meet other dogs, for example - or they miss their caregiver if they are only gone for a few minutes.
These are just a few examples of how sensitive dogs can be and how important it is not to leave them alone any longer.
A TikTok video with the subtitle "6 Things That Might Actually Hurt Your Dog's Feelings" got a lot of likes and encouragement.
It discusses some possible mistakes that should be avoided at all costs when dealing with dogs.
TikTok video: Things that might hurt dogs' feelings
1. One should never be angry, because the four-legged friends do not understand this emotion, on the contrary, it makes them afraid of you.
2. If the dog is tenderly licking your hand, you should let it do its thing.
Because this is a way for the dog to show affection for you, otherwise it might feel rejected by you.
3. You shouldn't take your dog's treat away from you.
It's his, after all, and he shouldn't have to fight over it or worry about losing his food source.
Understanding dog language: This is how dogs signal their love - sleeping and licking
Understanding dog language: This is how dogs signal their love - sleeping and licking
4. You shouldn't irritate the dog by simply nudging it, for example.
He doesn't know what to do with such teasing, it could cause unnecessary anxiety or stress in the animal.
The situation is different when you respond to the dog and play with it.
5. The command "Come" or "Here" should be associated with a positive association, such as a subsequent reward with a treat or pats.
After all, the dog should be happy to come back to you and not associate it with anything negative, which is also the basic idea when training a dog.
6. This point, as raised in the video, is one of the most important: Don't ignore dogs' fears, the message says.
In situations in which the four-legged friend is possibly anxious or stressed, the dog should be calmed down.
Apart from that, the basis is, of course, that the dog trusts the human and can rely on him one hundred percent.
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Understanding dogs – TikTok video gets a lot of encouragement
Numerous dog fans have commented on the TikTok video, characterized by a lot of encouragement and compassion.
Here is a small selection.
"Yes exactly, a lot of things that hurt the bond and the trust."
"... will hug my dog."
"I don't even have a dog and now I'm sad."
"Now I know what to do."
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