Dogs can understand a few words (walk, treat, toy, off), but not human language. Body language helps them understand us. We can give mixed signals if we simply listen to our speech and ignore our bodies.
Most dogs dislike hugs, even though you adore them. A dog placing a foreleg or paw on another dog's back is regarded a sign of power, not companionship.
If someone reached their hand toward your face, you would likely jerk your head back and lean away, feeling anxious about the violation of personal space. However, most people think dogs like head pats.
We humans think sustained eye contact shows trustworthiness or attentiveness, but many species, including dogs, use it to establish dominance.
You may think stringent regulations bore or upset your dog, but they want to know what's proper and wrong according to their leader. This is rules. Like how children thrive with structure and limitations
Like other social creatures, dogs have their favorite pals and adversaries. It's easy to identify which canines (and people) a dog prefers to hang out with. However, many dog owners ignore this or fail to understand their dog's cues.
A dog should be allowed to explore when walking. Dogs use their noses to comprehend the world as much as we do. Too frequently, we treat walks as hasty, necessary potty breaks and exercise
Dogs can read our tension through the leash just as well as body language. By using a loose leash, you're showing your dog that you're in control and he shouldn't be worried.
Dogs can sense your mood beyond leash tension. Even if you don't realize it, you can detect when someone is tense. Dogs can too.