Your dog loves it when you pet him, right? He loves the kids to pet and hug him too? Well maybe he does and maybe he doesnt. Maybe he likes some sorts of attention at some times and not at others. We have posted many times in our blog and on our Facebook page that dogs dont like hugs and kisses, especially from children. This has generated irate comments and even hate mail from people who are offended at the notion that dogs do not always just naturally love kids or love attention from their people.
If you want to know the truth about this from your dogs point of view, then ask him! Here is a great video that shows the difference between a dog who says "no" to petting and dog that says "yes". A dog that consistently says "no" and is ignored and forced to tolerate unwanted attention may eventually get to the point of growling or biting. A dog that invites attention and enjoys it is much less likely to bite.
Visit the Doggone Safe website to learn more about the signs that dogs give when they are uncomfortable.
Learn more about dog body language with our online course, Basic Dog Body Language (qualifies for CEUs from major dog training certification organizations)
Be sure to visit the blog by Eileen, the author of the video for more insights!
Thanks to Jennifer Shryock of Family Paw Parent Education for bringing this video to our attention.
