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This Is What Happens to Your Dog When You Say “I Love You”



It's not only humans who like to hear those three little words.
One of the age-old questions in the dog versus cat debate is whether dogs truly feel affection towards their people, or if it’s all a ploy to get a lifetime supply of free food and massages (in the form of petting and belly rubs). Thanks to a new study conducted by Canine Cottages—a site for booking dog-friendly cottages in the United Kingdom—we now have a better idea of the answer. Here’s what we learned from their research.

The doggy data
In order to get a better idea of how dogs physically respond to different forms of affection from humans, the team at Canine Cottages put heart rate monitoring collars on four dogs and tracked them for seven days. As it turns out, receiving positive attention from their owners did make a difference in their heart rate. For example, when their humans said “I love you” to the dogs, the dogs’ heart rate went from their average of 67 beats per minute (bpm), to 98 bpm—an increase of 46 percent. The researchers also observed that the dogs’ heart rate rises by around 10 percent when they see their human after being separated from them for a period of time. If this is something you’ve noticed recently, here’s advice on how to help your pet cope with post-quarantine separation anxiety.

“It’s amazing to see that our dogs’ heart rates increase when they are told they are loved, showing excitement, and decrease when having cuddles, showing contentedness,” Shannon Keary, campaign manager at Canine Cottages told People in a statement. “It’s also interesting to see all the weird and wonderful ways our pets show their love for us. From this data, we can now officially say that our dogs really do love us!”

-Elizabeth Yuko

29/04/2021

If you’re wondering what to do with a dog while at work to keep them entertained, you could look into the range of automated toys available for dogs. If your dog loves to catch a ball, a ball throwing machine can give them hours of fun out in the backyard.

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Making sure your dog has water at all times will keep them happy and healthy during the hotter months.

21/04/2021

Just like humans, our pets need to be checked by a vet at least once a year just like humans to ensure they are healthy.

19/04/2021

A dog walker could be the perfect solution – someone to visit your home in the middle of the day and take your dog for a good long walk. Not only will this break up your dog’s day and give them something to look forward to, but this will also allow them to relieve themselves outdoors, burn off some energy, and set them up for an afternoon of relaxing at home until you return in the evening.

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16/04/2021

Keeping your pet dog’s vaccination schedule up to date is extremely necessary or else the consequences could be hazardous. Not only your little fella will be affected but you would be at a high risk of developing an influenza-like disease too. Vaccines increase the life-span of the pets and help them lead a healthy and active life. If not vaccinated properly the dogs can develop many dangerous diseases like hepatitis, leukemia and rabies.

14/04/2021

A healthy dog will probably associate you with a cold, wet nose, but this is not a true way of confirming the good state of his health. When looking at the dog’s nose, make sure that he has no scabs, is not runny or leaking thick liquid or blood.

13/04/2021

If you’re expecting your dog to rest quietly throughout the day while you’re at work, set them up for success by giving them a high-energy exercise session before you head off to work. Even if this means getting up half an hour earlier than you normally would, commit to devoting a good chunk of time with a high-energy play or a run something in addition to their normal morning walk to increase the chances that your dog will spend most of the day sleeping and relaxing.

10/04/2021

Dogs can be quite territorial or defensive around other dogs and people if they aren’t exposed to them very often. Socialize your dog in a controlled situation where you remain in charge. This way they get used to interacting with others and will soon learn proper behavior.

08/04/2021

Dogs are man’s best friend. Nothing can surpass their loyalty towards the family that they belong to. Dogs grow up very fast. Within the blink of an eye, your adorable little ball of fur will transform into a magnificent adult pet. Ensure that your dog is getting a quality diet. Never give the dog table scraps.

06/04/2021

Dogs learn best in small increments, and by making sessions shorter it becomes more likely you’ll find the time to train your dog every day.

03/04/2021

If your dog feels the cold, try to walk him in the late morning or early afternoon hours when temperatures are a little warmer, and avoid early morning or late evening walks. Spend time playing outdoors while it’s sunny; sunshine brings the added benefit of providing both you and your pet with vitamin D.

01/04/2021

You and your dogs speak different languages. Humane, interactive training gives dogs greater freedom and a better understanding of our world. Untrained dogs are often punished for their “improper” behavior.

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Nutrition is very important for everyone, whether human or animal. Because it directly affects the functions of the body. You must provide the best dog foods.

26/03/2021

Keeping your dog's water bowl full of fresh water is essential. Dogs need to be able to drink when they're thirsty, and there's no harm in them drinking as much water as they want.

24/03/2021

Ideally, a dog’s teeth should be brushed at a minimum of once a week, but it’s fine to brush every day! Regular brushing can reduce the need for dental cleanings at the vet.