Dogs don’t operate with the same motivation as human. This is why our pooch’s behavior and actions might not make sense sometimes. In fact, whether a new dog owner or an experienced one, dog behavior can puzzle the best of us!

Dogs Communicate With Their Behavior

Dog behavior, like ours, can be good and bad. It’s our job to understand what the canine is trying to convey. The foundation of a good and loving relationship can be built if owners start understanding the cause and meaning of some of their most common behaviors.

Dog Chewing On Your Furniture and New Shoes

Your pup (very much like a growing child) will like to chew on toys and other objects when teething. With the unavailability of chew toys, dogs will set about ruining your furniture and anything lying on the floor to relieve the pain.

While the above explanation holds true, in many cases your dog might be exhibiting this behavior due to separation anxiety issues or even anxiety in general.

A Puppy Who Cowers From People

The general thinking of dog owners regarding this particular behavior is likelihood of abuse in the past. In fact, there’re a number of reasons why dogs cower sometimes when tried to be petted. The most common reason: your pup may not have experienced proper socialization or may have had a negative experience. Genetics can also play a secondary role.

See if your dog cowers or turns away when being petted. This shows that the dog isn’t comfortable with petting or your way of petting to be exact. Here, try to spend some time with them to develop trust.    

A Rambunctious Dog Who Loves Digging

First and foremost; digging is a natural canine instinct and can’t be shut down. In fact it shouldn’t be shut down! To reinforce a positive behavior, owners can join in the fun or direct their dog to an acceptable digging area. If the dog is digging in an area that’s unacceptable, that’s only because the animal hasn’t been directed properly!

Set up a small sandbox in the yard or garden. Take him for a walk. If the dog is still scratching the floor, he may be anxious or bored goldendoodle puppies for sale.

Understanding these behaviors is important. If they go unnoticed by owners, not only will the dog start to think it’s acceptable to chew on furniture and jump on people, but negative behaviors can also arise. Talk to April’s Poodles & Doodles if unsure of how to go about correcting existing behavior in your puppy.