Show 61: Communicating With Dogs: How to Understand What Your Dog is Saying

If you’re looking for ways on how to bond with your dog, I’d recommend focusing on these three pillars: connection, being present, and trust. Dogs have this beautiful reputation of being loyal, loving animals. And they truly are! And creating that connection with dogs through dog communication and bonding with your dog allows you to feel and see how dogs relay their love and loyalty to you. I always say this: to be able to connect with dogs is a privilege. And it’s a privilege I want every dog owner to have. What are the best ways to understand and bond with your dog so you can feel that deep connection with them? Read on to learn more. LEAR HOW TO BOND WITH YOUR DOG WITH THE DOG CALMING CODE™️ Key Takeaway: Dogs don’t use words, but they sure communicate with us on a daily basis. We just have to understand how our dogs communicate to get them better. Establishing leadership and trust is crucial to building a solid relationship with your dog. Moreover, it is the first step to truly knowing what they want to say. When your dog is more relaxed because they no longer have to worry about the home or the people and pets they have to protect, they’ll be more open to you. Table of Contents: The Story of Chief: How He Connected With His Dog Owner To Bid His Last Goodbye How to Bond With a Dog to Understand Them Better How to Bond With Your Dog: Understanding Common Body Language of Dogs How to Improve Your Relationship With Your Dog Understanding Dog Connection: Connecting to Communicate On a Deeper Level Conclusion: The Best Ways on How to Bond With Your Dog Start With Truly Connecting With Your Dog   The Story of Chief: How He Connected With His Dog Owner To Bid His Last Goodbye I once worked with a lovely dog owner and their dog, Chief. (Watch the full video below for Chief’s story.)   He was a strong, active, loving dog, and had grown up alongside his devoted owner. Because they were so close, they have this really POWERFUL connection. In Chief's final days, there was an unspoken communication between them that was deeply felt. While on his way out for his usual walk to the fields, Chief halted and fixed his gaze upon his owner. In that moment, the owner sensed that Chief was bidding them farewell, expressing gratitude, love, and the inevitable need to move on. That experience touched me and continues to tug on my heartstrings because it was a proof that dogs want to talk to us. Because it serves as a poignant reminder of how easily we can overlook our dog’s subtle cues of really, really wanting to communicate with us. BUILD TRUST IN YOUR PUPPIES WITH THE PUPPY COACH™️ PROGRAM How to Bond With a Dog to Understand Them Better What makes Chief’s connection with their owner so, so strong? Just like in our human relationships, we also have to bond with our dogs to help us truly get what they mean with certain gestures. Our dogs can’t use words; but they surely use body language to communicate love, anxiety, fear, satisfaction, and stress. And we have to know them better to avoid confusing the thought that they want to communicate with you. The key to understanding dogs is a mix of establishing with your dog that they can trust you, respect you, and communicate freely with you. How? Read on. My TOP Tip on How to Bond With Your Dog: Let Him Know You’re In Charge In my online program The Dog Calming Code™, I emphasize the importance of being in charge. Of being the pack leader. You take control of the walks, the food, the routine, and the entire training because they need to see you as a leader. Why? Because the dogs are programmed to feel like they’re in charge. And if they’ve take on the role of the protector, creating a strong bond can be difficult. When your dog is more relaxed because they no longer have to worry about the home or the people and pets they have to protect, they’ll be more open to you. Engage in Interactive Play Playtime is not just about having fun; it's also an excellent opportunity