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Dogs Need Your Time
Debbie Foster
Pet Beds Unlimited
Are your pets a priority? I know everyone is busy, but spending dedicated time with your pet is important. I'm not talking about time when you're distracted by something else, but true focused time. A special time just for them.
Animal behaviorists advocate for pet owners to dedicate time each day to give full attention to their pets. They emphasize the quality of that time has an impact on our relationships with them. They further say that this time should be a combination of time for training and play.
Dogs, in particular, recognize if you're invested in whatever activity you're doing with them. They notice your eye contact and the tone of your voice when you're playing, as well as training, and they react to it. When playing catch, get caught up in the fun. Talk to them with words of praise and clap your hands when they've done something well. You're involvement will excite and delight your dog and he'll be more involved, too.
You should incorporate training commands during any activity. Whether it's sit, stay, fetch or lie down the intonation of your voice should be significantly different than when you're praising them. If the command is followed, be sure to show encouragement. Dogs, more than other pets, are keen to know the difference.
Provide variety in activities you do with your dog each day. Vary the toys that are played with. Check out a new spot for playtime. This gives your dog new smells and sounds to react to. But remember to always incorporate some type of training. Animal behaviorists state that an emotional and psychological bond develops from dedicated time spent teaching your dog.
Dogs are social animals and a dog is never happier than when spending quality time with his owner. So don't skip daily playtime, it's important for both of you.
About the Author
An animal advocate, Debbie Foster owns http://petbedsunlimited.com where you'll find a wide selection of quality pet beds, dog crates, dog carriers, dog pens, cat beds, cat carriers, large dog beds, pet strollers and more.
Article submitted Thursday, September 25, 2008
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