Do dogs feel ashamed? Many pet owners answer this question incorrectly
Many people believe that dogs often experience feelings of shame.
What other conclusion can be drawn if we pay attention to the sad eyes and tucked tail of the pet that has done something wrong?
It would seem that in such a situation the dog is uncomfortable: he tries to look away and behaves tensely.
In fact, there can be no talk of any sense of shame. The behavior of a pet that is being scolded is nothing more than a defensive reaction.
Why Dogs Don't Feel Shame
The fact is that animals have their own concepts of good and evil, as well as right and wrong actions.
Such ideas of the pet almost do not coincide with the conclusions of the person.
Therefore, the dog is unlikely to be ashamed of the mess it made in the apartment.
However, the dog will immediately understand that his owner is angry because of broken or torn things.
In such a situation, the animal will make its eyes “sad” and begin to tuck its tail to show the person: “Don’t touch me, because I’m defenseless.”
Therefore, trying to shame a dog is pointless. But you need to train a dog: then it will understand what actions are permissible for it and what are not.
