And the sparrows on the branch know that dogs are best friends.
And that is not a phrase or a general place. Whoever has a dog knows that they are infinitely loyal, extremely intelligent and fun family members.
And whoever has a dog can answer the question of whether he loves it. But does the dog love us? The answer is – yes, Dogs express emotions in a variety of ways, and we have singled out the eight most reliable signs of their love for you:
- Maintain eye contact
If someone feels uncomfortable, insecure or threatening, would you look deep into their eyes? Of course not. Long-term eye contact is reserved for people you love, trust and feel safe with.
The same goes for dogs. Maintaining eye contact is not only a useful tool while training a dog, but it also has a great impact on creating a deep, unbreakable bond. When a dog looks at you, its brain releases oxytocin. Known as the “love hormone”, oxytocin is the same hormone that the mother’s brain releases when it first connects with its baby.
It is crucial to maintain natural eye contact while playing or cuddling.
- He snuggled next to you
Like eye contact, you probably won’t lean on someone you don’t know or trust – and neither will your dog. Whether you are sitting on the floor or on the couch, if your dog leans against you, it means that he feels safe. Safe and completely comfortable. Sometimes dogs will lean on “their people” when they feel scared or upset, but that only means they see you as their protector.
- Sleep in your room
If you don’t let your dog sleep in your bed, but he still likes to sleep in your room, he really loves you. Why? The desire to be close to you while you sleep signals that he is completely loyal and does not want to be separated from the pack. That is why it is a great idea to introduce it into your evening rituals. He bites you when he is bored, with those little dog teeth that you take care of just like yourself and the children you take care of. And so, at the end of the day, before bed, when the kids and you brush your teeth together and he spins his tail in front of the bathroom, let him in and give him his DentaStix sticks so he can brush his teeth too.
After that, kiss him goodnight and let him sleep next to you like a real baby.
- He is happy when you return home
Does your dog jump up and down, lick your hands and face, bring you his favorite toy, or even pee a little when you get home from work, school, or work? “Yes, I’m absolutely thrilled to see you,” he says!
- Make sure your shoes and socks are scattered around
Dogs that are attached to their owners also love the smells of their owners – and can fall into a pile of shoes or a laundry basket due to dirty socks, T-shirts or even underwear.
Stealing shoes and dirty clothes is not always the best move – especially if your dog likes to chew – but you can prevent inappropriate chewing by giving him a lot of interesting toys or DentaStix sticks to entertain his teeth.
- Checks you
Independent dogs may not always be with you or curled up around your legs, but that doesn’t mean they don’t love you. If a dog “checks” you from time to time while you are in another room, during a walk or in a new environment, it means that he is worried about whether you are nearby.
- Seek physical contact
You’ve probably read that dogs hate to be hugged. That is not true at all! Dogs actually love physical affection and often ask for it from their favorite people. That’s why you caress him, gently hug him, and as long as he caresses and hugs you, it means that you are really connected.
- Bring you your favorite toy
If your dog brings you his favorite toy, it doesn’t just mean he wants to play – although the desire to play is the main sign of dog love. As a pack leader, he actually gives you his most cherished and beloved property. And love has to do with it.
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