Try to respect their “me time”
Even though animals need constant attention and affection, it doesn’t mean that they don’t have their “me time”. So, in order to avoid some inconvenience, try to respect their limits when they are not in the mood. In fact, animals are still animals, even if you train them properly, so they can react differently and unpredictably.
“Many times, the problem that people have in working with dogs is humanizing them too much, and not recognizing or respecting their needs and boundaries over the preference to do what you as their person wants,” says Jme Thomas, executive director of Motley Zoo Animal Rescue.
You should know and understand the behavior of your pet, so try to give them space when they want.
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gentle hand moving slowly up and down. It can become tedious, so have something else ready to do. Some of my playful dogs, especially Beagles, have taken the “upsidedown hint” as an invitation to me to play, such as chasing them down the hall. If this is not allowed to grow out of control, it’s tons of fun for dog and me. The leash training is especially important for elderly owners. An untrained dog may try to become loving by placing his/her body between your feet. The leash then tangles with cane and feet, and possibiities for a crash are endless.