In spite of the passing of Aspen in August, something that I don't think I'll ever quite get over, though the pain isn't as acute as it used to be, this blog remains one of my most popular.
As the new year came about, I reviewed each of my blogs, deciding which I am going to let go, and which I am going to keep. Though tears may come to my eyes each time I see Aspen's face looking back at me in the header of the blog, this one will remain.
I have felt the pull to get a new dog, but am still struggling with the whole thing. I guess until I "meet" the right dog and feel confident in the decision, the time is not right.
Careful consideration should always be made when bringing a dog into the home, as you do not want to hurt the dog's feelings...and they do have feelings....by giving them up if things don't work out as you had hoped.
So, I wish you a happy New Year, we will see what it brings, and I'll keep bringing you articles to help in the care of your pets.
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Showing posts with label dogs and feelings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dogs and feelings. Show all posts
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Do Dogs Know What You're Feeling?
Either dogs can sense what you are feeling or they are able to read body language. I know when my owner is feeling blue, and sometimes I want to comfort her by sitting close to her. I don't think there is anything mystical about it, it's just the way the person looks or acts that makes us aware of their emotions. I know my owner doesn't like thunder storms, neither do I, but as soon as there is thunder, I sit up against her...she knows I'm not afraid because I would be trembling if I was. Whenever there is a clap of thunder, I bark at it, not because it is thundering, but at it, because I want it to go away so my owner is more peaceful.
It goes the other way too, when I am afraid, I tremble. When dogs are not feeling well...we tend to want to go somewhere and be alone. We have feelings and tend to show them more than some animals...at least I think we do. So pay attention to us and do your best to read us...we need your help and comfort sometimes, too.
You can click this article about Dogs and Human Emotions if you like, the writer feels a bit different than I do about the whole thing, but I am "just" a dog, after all.
What about you? Does your dog sense your fears and other emotions?
It goes the other way too, when I am afraid, I tremble. When dogs are not feeling well...we tend to want to go somewhere and be alone. We have feelings and tend to show them more than some animals...at least I think we do. So pay attention to us and do your best to read us...we need your help and comfort sometimes, too.
You can click this article about Dogs and Human Emotions if you like, the writer feels a bit different than I do about the whole thing, but I am "just" a dog, after all.
What about you? Does your dog sense your fears and other emotions?
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