The post 5 Tiny Things Dog Owners Do That Canines Never Forget<\/a> appeared first on A-Z Animals<\/a>.<\/p>\n Strengthening the bond<\/strong> between you and your dog<\/strong> is an important part of pet ownership.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n There are many small ways you can help your dog feel safer<\/strong>, more loved, and more cared for in your home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Dogs can actually read humans\u2019 expressions<\/strong>, so it\u2019s important to manage your own stress<\/strong> in their presence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n As pet parents, bonding with our fur babies is perhaps one of the most rewarding experiences, and when it comes to pups, the connection is unlike any other. In fact, it\u2019s why you often hear the phrase, \u201cA dog is a man\u2019s best friend.\u201d<\/p>\n Looking to improve the bond you share with your dog? Here are five daily habits that strengthen the human-dog bond over time\u2014and that your pup will never forget.<\/p>\n If you want to bond with your dog, you\u2019ll have to work on your own energy first. Research published in the journal Scientific Reports<\/a> found that dogs can actually smell human stress. What\u2019s more, it impacts their cognition and learning skills.<\/p>\n \u201cIf you\u2019ve ever wondered why your dog is acting strangely, a bit aloof, stressed out, or out of sorts, it could well be that something\u2019s actually bothering you and they\u2019re simply mirroring your behavior back to you,\u201d says Liz Clifton, Founder of Family Dog Connection Limited<\/a> and accredited animal energy healing and animal communication practitioner. \u201cIn the first instance, I always remember to check in with myself first if this happens (and remind my clients to as well), and at least 9 times out of 10 I find that I\u2019m a little extra tired, dehydrated, hormonal. Then once I support myself with the appropriate self-care, a gentle breath, a glass of water, nourishing food, their behavior suddenly softens and returns to their normal calm again.\u201d<\/p>\n Clifton recommends checking in with yourself before entering your dog\u2019s space. If you\u2019re feeling off, take some time to de-stress. Be aware of how you\u2019re showing up for your pup. For example, you wouldn\u2019t want to express too much stress around your children; the same goes for your dog. Your anxiety might impact their mood and put them on edge.<\/p>\n When you use gentle, slow movements around your dog, you\u2019re essentially teaching them to trust you. The less chaotic, frantic, or rushed you are, the more at ease they might feel. In fact, research published in Evolutionary Human Sciences<\/em><\/a> shows that dogs can actually functionally read and respond to human expressions.<\/p>\nQuick Take<\/h2>\n
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1. Offering Safety and Grounding Energy<\/h2>\n
2. Using Gentle, Slow Movements<\/h2>\n