It's also important to realize that your dog is a dog, and she is going to act that way! So don't be surprised if she occasionally shoes on things she shouldn't or start digging in the dirt in the backyard. She is a dog after all, but with patience and a whole lotta love you can teach her what she should and shouldn't do.
We all love our dogs, but some of us are a little more dog savvy than others. That’s not a bad thing, so long as you’re willing to learn. While you might feel that your unruly pup is stressing you out and causing you some strife, it’s important to realize that it’s actually you who might be stressing your dog out!
#1 – Forgetting Your Dog is a Dog
Many people know dogs, and some even do some in-depth research before purchasing to learn as much as possible about their desired breed. But while each breed and each dog differs in temperament and personality, owners often forget the basic rule of dogs – they are dogs. All dogs bark, sniff, chew, dig, get dirty, shed, and smell.#2 – Lack of Training
Dogs will be dogs, and as established earlier, we might not like all of their doggy behaviors. Dogs need training to be able to suit our needs, as well as give them outlets for their physical and mental needs. An untrained dog will attempt to rule your entire house.#3 – Expecting Your Dog to Obey Just to Please You
We all would love a Lassie or Rin Tin Tin, but we have to understand that those dogs are fictional characters. All living beings are looking to do what’s in the best interest of themselves.#4 – Inconsistent Training
You’ve decided to train your dog! Great!! Now just make sure you’re consistent. Many owners want dogs to make sweeping generalizations that they simply just can’t do. Many owners only want dogs on the furniture sometimes. So sometimes they allow the behavior, and sometimes they correct it. This only leads to confusion and stress on the dog’s end.#5 – Lack of Exercise
Dogs need activity! All dogs, no matter what size, age, or breed. They are intelligent living beings that can and do get bored. Having a dog should be a rewarding experience for both the dog and the owner.
Continue to give your doggy some extra love instead of stressing her out by exercising her regularly, training her the appropriate commands, and being a great pet parent.
I Heart Dogs elaborates on how you can do this too. Many times your pup will “disobey” you because she hasn't been properly trained, so to correct this slowly work on commands that you want her to know. In no time, she'll be able to learn your language as much as you will learn more about hers!
