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10 Things Your Dog Is Trying To Tell You With His Body Language That Normal People Usually Get Wrong

10 Things Your Dog Is Trying To Tell You With His Body Language That Normal People Usually Get Wrong

Published by Jenni Sidey

While many dog owners have built their own methods of communication and trust with each other that don’t always align with the research, there are certain things your dog is trying to tell you with his body language that normal people usually get wrong. If this is you, don’t worry. You’re not alone. It doesn’t make you a bad pet owner.  According to a 2025 study, the majority of dog owners tend to misperceive their dog’s body language because they’re watching through the lens of their own context, emotions, and experiences. Feeling with intentionality and empathizing with your dog doesn’t make you a bad person, but being wary of some of these behaviors can help you communicate much more effectively. Here are 10 things your dog is trying to tell you with his body language that normal people usually get wrong 1. They’re setting a boundary by lying on their back OMfotovideocontent | Shutterstock While rolling on their backs is sometimes a sign of trust, submission, and playfulness in dogs, it’s also possible that they’re exhibiting …

Woman Says Most Dog Owners Think More About Themselves Than Their Pets

Woman Says Most Dog Owners Think More About Themselves Than Their Pets

Published by Jenni Sidey

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, roughly 56.3 million U.S. households own at least one dog. However, in a TikTok video, author Chelsea Fagan claimed she has a “true and genuine loathing” for about 60% of dog owners. This might seem like a bold statement, but for Fagan, it’s about how well the dogs are cared for and how most people don’t have the means to provide the necessary care for most types of dogs. She went so far as to say that most dog owners think more about themselves than their pets. One woman believes that dog owners in the modern day are a ‘menace to society.’ Fagan, a lifelong dog owner and lover herself, explains that her feelings stem from a deep passion for the animals. She said, “So much about modern dog ownership is about prioritizing and valuing personal satisfaction, not only at the expense of others, at the expense of the community, but even at the expense of the animal that you claim to love.” “First and foremost, about 70% …

People Who Baby Talk Their Dogs Usually Have These 11 Specific Personality Traits

People Who Baby Talk Their Dogs Usually Have These 11 Specific Personality Traits

Published by Jenni Sidey

Do you change your voice when you talk to your pets? Are you pitching up your tone and resorting to “baby talk” when you’re trying to get your dog’s attention? While it might seem silly, a study from Animal Cognition argues that dogs do actually positively respond to “baby talk” from their owners, largely because it’s tied to attention or positive experiences. So, while there’s research to suggest “baby talk” is influential toward dogs, people who “baby talk” their dogs usually have specific personality traits. Whether it’s a nurturing attitude or a playful communication style in their lives, these kinds of people are more likely to shift their communication toward their pet and craft a more loving, warm, and attentive relationship with them. People who baby talk their dogs usually have these 11 specific personality traits 1. They’re caregivers at heart Shchus | Shutterstock People who are caregivers at heart and gain a lot of value from taking care of others may have stronger relationships with their pets. They’re not annoyed or resentful of pets …