What behaviors of dogs should be prohibited

In the time spent with dogs, their lively and agile figures bring endless joy and comfort to our lives. However, just like naive children, dogs sometimes exhibit some headache inducing behaviors. These behaviors not only may disrupt our daily order, but also pose a threat to the health and safety of dogs themselves. We sympathize with dogs who have been harmed by their wrong behavior, and we hope to live in harmony with them and create a warm living environment. Therefore, it is particularly important to clarify which behaviors of dogs should be prohibited and guide them correctly. This not only requires us to apply professional knowledge, but also to devote endless patience and care.

If the biting behavior of dogs is not controlled, it often brings many problems. During the puppy stage, dogs will explore the world and relieve discomfort in their gums during tooth replacement by gnawing and biting. But without proper guidance, this behavior may gradually spiral out of control. They may bite furniture, wires, shoes, and other items, causing not only property damage but also gastrointestinal blockages due to ingestion of foreign objects, or posing a risk of electric shock due to biting wires. When we see our home in a mess bitten by dogs, we inevitably feel helpless and worried. To avoid such situations, we can provide specialized grinding toys for dogs, such as rubber balls, bite gels, etc., and when we notice that dogs are biting something they shouldn't, we can make a stop sound in a timely manner to guide them to shift their attention to the grinding toys.

Defecating and urinating everywhere is also a problem that troubles many homeowners. Dogs do not have the same hygiene concept as humans, and without systematic training, it is difficult for them to consciously defecate at designated locations. Indoor urination and defecation not only create a pungent odor in the home, but also easily breed bacteria, affecting the health of family members. We need to designate a dedicated excretion area for dogs. When dogs show signs of excretion, we should guide them to the designated location in a timely manner, and give praise and rewards to help them develop good excretion habits after correctly excreting.

Excessive barking should also be prohibited. Dogs' barking is their way of expressing emotions and needs, but excessive barking can seriously affect neighborly relationships and may also reflect their inner anxiety and unease. Dogs may bark due to loneliness, fear, excitement, or sensing abnormal conditions around them. When a dog barks excessively, we need to remain calm and first identify the cause of the barking. If it's because of loneliness, we can prepare some puzzle toys for our dogs when we leave home to distract their attention; If it's because of fear, we need to give dogs comfort and companionship to help them overcome their fear. At the same time, when dogs stop barking, rewards should be given in a timely manner to make them understand that quietness is the correct behavior.

Aggressive behavior poses a serious threat to the safety of both dogs and others. Dogs' aggressive behavior may stem from excessive territorial awareness, lack of social experience, or past injuries. When dogs face strangers, other animals, or even their owners, they may launch attacks due to misunderstandings or fear. If a dog exhibits aggressive behavior, it must not be beaten or scolded, as this will only make the dog more fearful and angry, exacerbating its tendency to attack. We should help dogs learn the correct social skills and improve their social abilities through social training. When taking a dog out, use a leash and mouth guard to prevent the dog from attacking others or other animals.

In addition, although jumping behavior is usually a way for dogs to express excitement and friendliness, it can also cause harm to others, especially the elderly and children. Dogs have a large body size, and the impact force during jumping may cause others to fall and get injured. When a dog jumps, we can ignore it to make the dog understand that jumping behavior will not receive attention. At the same time, train dogs to learn basic commands such as sitting and waiting. When dogs sit quietly, give them praise and rewards, and guide them to express emotions in the correct way.

The act of dogs stealing food cannot be ignored. Dogs may take advantage of their owners' inattention and steal food from the table or debris from the trash can. Some foods are harmful to dogs, such as chocolate, onions, grapes, etc. Eating them by mistake can lead to poisoning and endanger life. To prevent dogs from stealing food, we need to keep food out of their reach, clean up trash cans in a timely manner, and train dogs to refuse food. When a dog tries to steal food, make a stern stop sound and take the dog away from the scene.

Every dog is a unique individual, and their behavior is influenced by various factors such as genetics, environment, and training. When dogs exhibit inappropriate behavior, we should approach it with a mindset of understanding and tolerance, and use scientific methods to guide and correct it. Dogs give us unconditional love and companionship, and we should also be patient and caring to help them develop good behavior habits, so that dogs can grow up healthy and happy, spend warm and beautiful time with us, and continue to write a touching chapter of companionship between humans and pets.