10/30/2025
✨️✨️ For years, we've brought dogs into our homes and expected them to live by our rules... to fit into a lifestyle made for humans, not dogs. Yet we still have failed to selectively breed for traits more suitable for living in this environment.
We've suppressd their emotions, we dismiss their fears, and ignore the behaviors that are simply part of who they are. Or that are attempts to ask for help..
We call them as "bad." "reactive." or "anxious." when in truth, many are just misunderstood.
Their emotions tell a story of past experiences, unmet needs, and instincts that we've silenced because they don't fit our version of "well behaved."
We've created a world where dogs can't be dogs.
The reality is, most behavior problems come from a lack of understanding .. not defiance.
So the question is:
At what point does a dog actually get to be a dog?
Honestly, no judgment at all.
I just think we, as humans, don't always see dogs that way.
To us, they are our beloved pets who live in our homes and are expected to be obedient.. Somewhere along the line, though, we've forgotten about some of the other important things that matter to them.
If you need help understanding your dog, and their needs please reach out!
Please do your dog a favor and treat them at Pondview Paws Retreat!! Its a much needed canine nature spot in Cedar Rapids!!
Mike: [email protected]
Ashley: [email protected]
Www.hacklesandhidek9.com
