Whenever you see your dog showing empathy, it means exactly that: they feel empathetic. Dogs can sense when there are ‘strange’ feelings in the air, especially when those feelings are anger or sadness. And when your dog senses you’re upset, they most likely will want to comfort you in any way they can.
If you’re feeling down and your dog is next to you, looking at you, licking you, or just kindly resting his head or his paw on you, they are just simply letting you know that they are there for you. Or if you’re having a tender moment like these two – yes, that also counts.
The Post-Bath Boost of Energy
Listen, we all feel refreshed after a shower or a dip in the pool, and the same certainly applies to members of the canine kingdom. Some dogs actually enjoy getting a bath, but it's definitely the exception to the rule. Usually, dogs can't wait to get out of the bath!
When your dog starts running like a mad animal after getting a bath, this obviously means they're not too fond of it. Dogs will also do this because being wet is an uncomfortable sensation to them, and they just want to dry off as quickly as possible and get their 'smell' back.
When Your Dog Stays By Your Side
If you've ever owned a dog (or had kids), it's safe to say you know the term 'invasion of privacy' all too well. Generally, pets are invasive. And while dogs might not be as intrusive as their feline counterparts, they still have a tendency to get all up in your business.
Just remember, whenever you get annoyed because your dog is invading your personal space, like following you to the toilet and just standing there, it just means they want to be close to you. Dogs are pack animals, and pack animals like to stay close to their pack! And you are their pack.
Dogs Eating Grass
Eating grass is a pretty common behavior in dogs. Unfortunately, this usually means that their diet is lacking a specific nutrient, or they are simply trying to digest their food better (grass helps with this since it is basically fiber). Also, it may be a sign of intestinal worms.
Or, it may just mean it's hot outside and they're trying to stay hydrated by drinking any remaining water on the grass. In any case, if your dog starts doing this too often, it might be good to go for a vet check-up. You never know what might be the underlying issue. Better to be safe than sorry.
The Puppy Dog Eyes
When your dog is still a puppy, it's not much different than when your teenager is still a baby or toddler. The eyes say it all. Those great big puppy eyes manage to melt our hearts. What does that expression mean? Not much apparently.
Just like when your baby or toddler stares at you. When you leave the house in the morning, on most occasions, your dog will be calm. They know the routine. It is now time to leave, but they know that you will return. Funny, though - those puppy eyes never really go away. Your dog will leverage those bad boys until the end of time.