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10 Signs That a Dog Loves a Person
10.04.2023 11:00
Updated: 15.04.2023 04:34
Dog owners know the habits of their four-legged friends inside out: what they prefer to eat, what they like to play with, and how they behave when they misbehave.
But sometimes dogs' behavior is so strange that even their owners are unable to understand the meaning of their secret actions.
Knows the daily routine
Dogs and humans have different views on trust. For a dog, “trust” means having a reliable and consistent routine that he can count on. He feels safe and knows how the person will react in certain situations. That’s why one of the best ways to bond with a dog is to establish a consistent, predictable schedule.
If you feed your dog or walk him at the same time every day, he will naturally develop expectations of certain things at certain times.
Sleeps next to a person
Dogs like to sleep where they are comfortable and feel safe. If a dog likes to sleep in their owner's room, it is a sign that they feel safe with them. While there are certainly pros and cons to consider when allowing your dog into your bed, sleeping on the floor next to your bed is still a sign that your dog trusts you.
Lies on the owner's clothes when he is not at home
As annoying as this behavior may be, a dog may lie on a person's clothes or dirty laundry because he loves and misses his owner while he is away. He does this because the person represents comfort and the clothes smell like him.
If you come home and see your dog curled up on his toes, try not to get angry; he does it out of love.
Man understands dog language
Every dog behaves slightly differently around its owner. Some are agitated while others are calm. Over time, a person will begin to correctly recognize its signals and changes in behavior that may indicate illness or pain.
When a person learns a dog's signals, the dog trusts that he will understand them. The more you listen to what the dog is trying to tell you, the more trust you can build. This is especially important for respecting the dog's space and needs.
Wags its tail in a certain way
Most dog owners know that not all dogs wag their tails the same way. If a pet has developed a special tail wag that is reserved only for the owner, it means that the pet loves and trusts the person.
Seeks help
Dogs that trust their owners will turn to them for help when they are unsure or afraid. They are also more likely to explore the world when their owner is with them. If a dog is confident when the person is around, but shy and fearful when the person is not, it indicates that the dog trusts the person to keep him safe.
Looks with puppy dog eyes
When a dog looks into the eyes of its owner, both the dog and the human have increased levels of oxytocin. Oxytocin is the love hormone. It is widely used by new mothers and is given shortly after birth to help establish a bond between mother and child. The increase in the hormone in dogs indicates that when they look at a person with the “puppy eyes,” they feel love.
For wild animals, eye contact is often a sign of aggression. Dogs reserve it for people they trust.
Checks a person
The dog may peek into the bathroom while the person is washing, or sit patiently outside the bedroom door, waiting for it to open. The pet may also follow the person around. These are all signs that the dog loves the person. It wants to make sure that everything is fine with him.
Licks
Dogs lick humans as a sign of affection. They want to interact with them and be close. Licking is a way of telling the human that the dog cares.
Shares toys
If a dog likes to give its toys to a person or put them on his lap, this is a real sign of love. It is trying to share its possessions with the person, inviting him to join.
