Raising dogs has become the choice of more and more families. Dogs are not only our loyal companions, but also part of the family. However, in daily life when we get along with dogs, some of our unintentional behaviors may inadvertently hurt them. Today, let’s take a look at the behaviors that may “harm the dog” to see if you have made these mistakes inadvertently.

The first trick: ignore the dog's social needs

Dogs are social animals and have strong social needs. Long-term neglect of dogs' social needs, such as not allowing them to interact with other dogs and not doing enough outdoor activities, can easily lead to dogs' psychological problems such as anxiety and depression. Therefore, owners should take their dogs out for walks and participate in social activities regularly to meet their social needs.

Second trick: Wrong training method

Many owners may use some too harsh or improper methods when training their dogs, such as loud scolding, corporal punishment, etc. These behaviors may not only cause dogs to develop fear and rebelliousness, but may also have long-term effects on their physical and mental health. The correct training method should be based on rewards and supplemented by gentle guidance, so that the dog can learn and grow in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

The third trick: irregular diet and routine

Irregular diet and routine, such as irregular feeding time, frequent food changes, night disturbances, etc., may affect the dog's physical health. This may lead to gastrointestinal problems and decreased immunity in the dog. Therefore, owners should develop a regular diet and routine plan for their dogs to ensure their health.

The fourth trick: Ignore the hygiene of dogs

The hygiene of dogs should also not be ignored. Long-term failure to bathe the dog, not cleaning up the dog's living environment, and not changing bedding in time may lead to problems such as skin diseases and parasitic infections of the dog. Therefore, owners should bathe their dogs regularly, clean their living environment, and keep them hygienic and healthy.

The fifth trick: Overspending or ignoring

Whether it is excessive spoiling or neglecting, it may have adverse effects on the dog's mental health. Excessive spoiling may cause the dog to become willful and dependent; while neglect may make the dog feel abandoned and insecure. Therefore, the owner should give the dog moderate care and companionship, neither overspending nor indifferent.

The sixth trick: Inappropriate toys and decorations

Some owners may buy dogs some toys and decorations that are not suitable for them, such as toys with many small parts, easy to swallow, and overly complex decorations. These items can pose potential threats to the dog's health, such as accidental swallowing causes digestive tract problems, small parts on decorations scratch the skin, etc. Therefore, when choosing toys and decorations for your dog, owners should consider their safety and applicability.

The seventh trick: Lack of necessary health checks

Many owners may ignore the dog's health check problems and believe that as long as the dog looks healthy, there is no problem. However, some potential health problems may not have obvious symptoms in the early stages, and by the time they are discovered, the best time for treatment may have been missed. Therefore, owners should take their dogs to the veterinary office for health checks regularly to ensure they are in good health.

Through the above inventory, we can see that these unintentional but extremely "harmful" behaviors are not uncommon in our daily lives. As dog owners, we should care for them more carefully and avoid these wrong behaviors. Only in this way can we establish a more harmonious and healthy relationship with dogs and allow them to live a happy and happy life with us.

Now, are you eager to check if you have made these mistakes by accident? Take action quickly! Let's work together to become better dog owners!