WAYS TO STRENGTHEN A STRONG BOND WITH YOUR DOG
Your pet runs when you come home and snuggles up to you on the couch every night. You are bound for life! However, you can do more to strengthen the bond between pet and owner and strengthen your relationship with your pet. 1. USE FOCUSED QUALITY TIME It's not always the time spent with the dog that matters, but the quality! Dogs are social animals and enjoy being with their families the most. Quality time is key to your relationship with your dog. When you spend time with your dog, try to be fully present and give it your full attention. Put down the phone, turn off the TV and focus on enjoying the moment with your dog. You will quickly find that this focused time helps strengthen your bond. 2. KEEP A REGULAR SCHEDULE AND CONSISTENT ROUTE Dogs are creatures of habit and structure, so they know what to expect, which helps them feel comf ortable and safe in their environment and builds trust. A consistent routine that includes feeding, walking, potty, playtime and bedtime can ...