The Science of Petting: How to Pet a New Dog Safely
The human-dog link is incredible, and many of the ways we demonstrate love to our canine companions are through overt physical affection , such as head pats, belly massages, and ear scratching. Not all dogs like such physical shows of affection, but many do, implying that canines like being petted just as much as people do. The reasons why dogs enjoy being petted are likely related to why they enjoy spending so much time with people in the first place. Dogs appear to be content to connect with humans in our own terms, tolerating things that their own species may reject, such as embraces and prolonged direct eye contact. Dogs usually let you know if they don't want to be petted, whether it's right now or later. Pets are a terrific way to be love and improve your relationship if you only give them to your dog when he or she is open to them. Why Do Some Dogs Hate Being Petted? Petting isn't something that all dogs like. Some dogs dislike being petted just because of