Dogs are well known for their loyalty and affection, and as such can often exhibit possessive behaviour around their owners, toys, food, or territory. This behaviour originates from a natural instinct to guard resources and form strong bonds with their pack. Understanding these behaviours can help us to develop healthier relationships with our canine companions.
High prey drive in dogs refers to a natural instinct or drive to chase small animals or objects. This behaviour is deeply rooted in the genetic makeup of certain breeds, often those selectively bred for hunting purposes. Understanding this characteristic is important for dog owners as it can significantly impact a dog's behaviour and interactions with its environment.
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One of the most common reasons for dogs to end up in shelters around the world is because of behavioural issues, and many of these issues can be attributed to a lack of socialisation.
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Communication is the foundation of a dog's social behaviour. Dogs communicate by using their facial expressions, body language and sounds. There are various elements incorporated within this, which create the unique language dogs have. By learning more about how dogs communicate with each other, we can better understand how to communicate with them.
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The majority of people who own a dog can easily read their emotions. At least that’s what they believe.