Dog mother – Tips on how to take good care of your pet

Being a dog mother means loving your pet unconditionally but, unfortunately, it also means being misunderstood by many, as for many people, treating a little animal like a child can seem like quite an exaggeration. However, anyone who thinks like that is wrong! In fact, who said that to be a mother it is mandatory to have a blood relationship? It doesn’t matter if it’s biological, adopted or even a pet, all it takes to have a child is consideration.

And, to prove that a dog’s mother is also a mother, the Japanese university Azabu carried out research which found that the exchange of glances between a dog and its owner triggers a hormonal process very similar to what happens between a mother and a child.

Therefore, both the owner and the pet share the same loving maternal feeling. So, the good news is that you can YES consider yourself a dog mother.

However, it is worth mentioning that being a dog mother goes far beyond providing affection and food for your pet. In fact, cats have many needs and to meet them requires a lot of dedication, patience and, above all, a lot of love.

So, thinking about helping you understand your dog better and becoming an excellent dog mother, we have listed below some tips on how to be a good owner. Continue here and check it out.

Tips on how to be a great dog mom

Firstly, to be a good dog mother it is important to always pay close attention to your pet’s behavior. In general, to know how to deal well with all situations and make your four-legged friend’s life happier, all you need is some basic care, which requires a lot of love and care.

Furthermore, we have listed below some tips on what to do and what not to do to become an excellent dog mother. Check out:

1. Don’t give too much affection

Although many people think that it is right to pay a lot of attention to our pets, the truth is the opposite! In fact, there is research that proves that dogs that receive a lot of attention can suffer a lot in the future.

2. Encourage educational games

There are several educational toys that you and your pet can use together and also some that your pet can use alone or with other pets. The benefits of these games are countless and can help your friend to be more polite and not mess up so much.

Anxious dog, how to deal with it?

If you notice that your dog is very anxious, firstly, it is important that you seek help from a veterinarian. Some of the symptoms of canine anxiety are: excessive barking, crying and agitation, peeing out of place, destruction of furniture and objects, tremors and tail biting.

To help your dog in these cases, a tip is to increase daily walks, encourage games and even look for a training professional.

Signs that you are a good mother

• Can’t sleep when your puppy is sick;
  When your cat makes a mess, you get angry but find the situation funny at the same time;
• You worry about your dog during a cold night and end up cuddling with him;
• Do you feel like buying the entire pet store to make your dog happier;
• Do you want to take your pet on all the trips and trips you plan;
• They have the patience to teach habits such as not peeing in (x) place, as many times as necessary;
• Take your dog to the vet frequently;
• Talk to your friend as if he were human;
• And, last but not least: you love your pet’s paws.

So, did you identify with any of the characteristics above? If so, congratulations! In fact, you are, without a doubt, an excellent dog mother.

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