Earlier in the week, I posted a graphic showing the Canine Ladder of Aggression. Some of the signs are pretty subtle, until you know what you’re looking for. The lowest level signs, blinking / yawning / licking the nose, can also be signs of anxiety, so it doesn’t necessarily mean you have an aggressive dog. The problem is that some dogs become aggressive when they are nervous.
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Good day, and good dog!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
From the Twitter feed of the League for Animal Welfare:
Dogs are typically excellent communicators – and it’s our job to pay attention to what they are saying!
They will give you lots of signs that they’re feeling uncomfortable. If you ignore their first signs, dogs may have to increase their level of communication until you hear them.
It is incredibly rare that a dog bites before giving you about 10 other signs that they’re in a situation that makes them scared or frustrated.
For your safety and theirs – learn those signs, and pay attention when they communicate them to you!
#dogbehavior #learntocommunicate
Good advice and a great graphic to help you remember.
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Earlier this week, I posted about the decline in euthanasia in pet shelters, but I want to ask today about the broader question of euthanasia. I have a relative who is absolutely against it under any circumstances, while I tend to think it can be a humane solution when a dog is suffering. My son, who works in a nursing home asked me the other day why we can’t euthanize old, suffering people. I tried to explain how that’s a slippery slope, but I’m not sure he heard me.
How do you feel about the practice for dogs?
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Today is National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Our dogs give us kindness every day, so this is the day we should pay it back with random snuggles, kisses, treats, playtime, and toys. Maybe even some time on the furniture where they’re not usually allowed. (Never happens at my house.)
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I spend a lot of (probably too much) time enjoying the tweets from Room Rater, where they often talk about the importance of artwork. Wonder how they’d rate this?
Happy weekend!
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I have no words.
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Family feet smell good! Nice and relaxing.
Why chew ’em when you can sleep in ’em?
Happy weekend, friends!
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Happy weekend!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
New from Greenies.com: an IQ test for your dog. You’ll need 15 minutes, a blanket, 3 plastic cups, 2 chairs, and a handful of kibble or some treats.
Let us know your results!
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