11 Common Mistakes That Hurt Your Dog’s Feelings Without You Even Realizing

  • Publish date: Monday، 08 December 2025 Reading time: 1 min read

Yelling “No!” Across The Room Instead Of Redirecting

Hugging Them

Teasing (even “playful” teasing)

Ignoring Their “I’m Uncomfortable” Signals

Inconsistent Rules

Forgetting To Say Goodbye Before You Leave

Letting Strangers (Or Kids) Maul Them “Because They’re Friendly”

Using Their Crate As Punishment

Laughing When They’re Genuinely Scared

Comparing Them To Your Old Dog (Out Loud)

Forgetting They Age Seven Times Faster Than We Do

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