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How to Make Your Dog Happy

Tips on handling man's best friend.

Experts in dog care have offered a number of suggestions to keep one's pet dog happy.

One of the tips given is never tie a dog to something in order to control it from roaming off one's property. They believe that tying a dog can cause behavioral and physical problems. A dog does not like to be tied, so tying it makes it more aggressive. Moreover, it is not healthy physically as a tied dog is less likely to exercise since it has little space to move about. Another negative point is it may get tangled up and choked.

Taking one's dog out for regular walks in another given suggestion. Dog experts feel that when a dog is isolated for a long time, it may become afraid of people or new places. So, take your dog out for at least one or two walks around the neighborhood daily. This enables it to experience new people, new dogs and new places.

Give your dog lots of affections by touching gently his head, body or muscles. As the dog can understand man's body language well, he can automatically perceive your love. This will make your dog feels comfortable to be at home. Do not shout or hit your dog as this will make him feeling very scared to walk near you.

Bring him for medical check-up when he is not feeling well. Take good care of him by shampooing him regularly. Give him a bath so that his health can be maintained. You may also make a beautiful cloth for your dog to make him happy. He will definitely appreciate your attention as he understands that you care lots for him.

Your dog will be unhappy if there is wound around his body. So, apply some medicine on his wound. Treat him just like human but not animal. Communicate with your dog; he will slowly understand your words. Build a kennel for him to sleep in so that your dog feels secure, happy and comfortable.

By creating a good bond between you and your dog, your dog will definitely love you and loyal to you. Remember, a dog is an intelligent animal; he can read your heart and mind very well, so think of your dog as human and starts communicating with him. At last, you will obtain endless happiness with your dog as a good companion just like one of your family members.

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Comments (15)
#1 by leah :D, Aug 15, 2007
I found takig the dog on long walks or giving him a nice ear rub.My dog also loves treats and being treated as a human..spoilt dog lol
My dog is a cocker spainal
also when you go out he brings a shoe for you wen you come back
#2 by Olivia, Sep 13, 2007
My dogs name is Max. Hes acting wierd lately. He'll whine and pout, he has food, he doesnt go outside, all he ever wants are walks! Im too busy to walk him everytime he has to go pee! What should I do? Help me please!
#3 by CHAN LEE PENG, Sep 16, 2007
Hi, Olivia,

As I mentioned in my article, you should communicate with your dog. There must be some reasons why your dog acting wierd lately. Bring your dog to see a local vet, and talk to your vet. The vet will provide you appropriate tips to solve your problem.
#4 by Judy Sheldon-Walker, Dec 10, 2007
My dog and I thank you for this caring article. He does know I love him. Great article with good tips.
#5 by Maria, Dec 16, 2007
well I am 13 years old and I don't have a dog yet but i have a
note book that i'm writing evrything I can train my puppy when I get her and I want to name her Lilly and she will be a brown lab I love your article I wrote every word down on my note book
thank you so much
Maria
#6 by CHAN LEE PENG, Dec 16, 2007
Thank you, Maria.
#7 by Michael, Feb 13, 2008
What are some tips to make your dog more loving to you
#8 by Tammy, Feb 17, 2008
I have a new puppy, and it is pooping out white worms.
I am really scared thaat it is sick.
It doesnt like staying in its cage, and is not getting appropriate sleep.
She is very whineyy at night.


Her talk is ALWAYS tucked between her legs and im starting to worry.

What should i do!!???
#9 by kar, Apr 7, 2008
she could have worms take her to the vet asap
#10 by loverbuddy/ michaela {ma-kay-la}, May 4, 2008
hi i am still wondering how my dog buddy can love me more he is always folowing my dad and i take care of buddy more than he does. he was my dream puppy and in my dream he loved me more than anyone or anything. Is it just an impossible dream?
#11 by Grace, May 16, 2008
Hello, my dog has been scratching himself a lot lately; just about every few seconds. It doesn't seem that he has flees because we have other pets in the house and they seem fine, I don't know what is wrong with him and I am starting to get very concerned. What should I do?
#12 by jack, May 19, 2008
your dog might have skin issue or mites maybe or check the food. ask a vet
#13 by isabel, Jun 10, 2008
i know how its like my dog likes my dad more than me and i give hem food, take hem out for a walk.
#14 by Nate, Jun 28, 2008
Grace, Your dog might just have an anxiety problem, which is what my dog has. It\'s not anything to be scared of, just take your dog to the vet to make sure, though.
#15 by Danijela, Jul 5, 2008
My dog has been very wierd lately. His been biting me for a week and he is a 4 year old Maltese Terier oh pleaseeeeeeee help me
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