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Not sticking to a routine
- Dogs need a consistent schedule to feel happy and comfortable, even on the weekends. If dogs don't have a set routine, it can cause anxiety and behavioral problems.
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Leaving your dog alone
- Dogs are social animals and thrive in human company. Prolonged isolation leads to an unhappy dog and can cause problems like separation anxiety, destructive chewing, and excessive barking.
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Boring your dog
- Dogs like to be physically and mentally stimulated, especially breeds developed to perform jobs like herding. If a dog is bored, it can become destructive and stressed.
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Hugging
- Many dogs dislike tight hugs as they feel they are a form of restraint - they can't run away or escape while pinned by your arms. While some don't mind being embraced, there are better pooch-friendly ways to show affection.
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Patting your dog on top of the head
- An outstretched hand reaching over a dog's head can be threatening. Dogs may exhibit stress signs when petted this way, so instead, show them affection in a less intimidating spot, like the side of their neck.
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Staring
- Unless your dog has learned to associate staring with positive things (like treats), it can be perceived as a threat.
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Teasing
- Pretending to throw a ball may seem funny to you, but it's unfair to your dog and could break your dog's trust.
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Relying on spoken language
- While dogs can understand speech, they don't process it how humans do and can only learn a limited number of words. A lecture about why he shouldn't jump on the couch will only confuse and annoy him.
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Yelling
- Yelling at a dog is like barking at a human. Dogs can sense your anger, but since they can't understand speech, they have no idea why you're upset. This leaves them feeling confused, anxious, and agitated.
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Rushing your dog on walks
- Walking your dog isn't only about providing physical exercise and toilet breaks. Walks should be a chance for mental stimulation, socialization, and a chance to sniff around to their heart's content.
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Not providing structure and rules
- Dogs thrive when they have consistent boundaries and don't understand exceptions to rules, like being allowed on the couch after a bath but not after rolling around in the mud.
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Interrupting your dog's sleep
- Like humans, dogs also don't appreciate being woken up when they're asleep! If you wake a dog suddenly, they'll be disoriented, confused, and a little grouchy.
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Dressing your dog up
- While some dogs tolerate it, most dislike being dressed up. They'll fidget and try to get out of the outfit however they can.
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Strong scents
- Dogs have a strong sense of smell, with 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses. Strong fragrances can annoy or confuse dogs, and they may distance themselves from you to avoid the scent.
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Forcing your dog to interact
- Dogs have their own personalities, and some are more social than others. Pushing your dog into interacting with other dogs or people can upset them and make them lash out.
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Loud noises
- Dogs' ears are sensitive, and loud noises, including raised voices, can annoy them or stress them out.
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Ignoring your dog
- Dogs are pack animals; they like to be part of a group. If ignored, they'll feel alienated and alone.
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Leaving your dogs with too many other dogs
- Your dog might become anxious or overwhelmed if surrounded by many other dogs. If they show signs of discomfort, it's best to let them stay alone.
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Brushing against the grain
- Brushing your dog's fur against the grain can make their skin feel itchy and prickly, and may even be painful for long-haired breeds.
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Tight leash
- A tight leash while on walks can cause frustration and anxiety in dogs, causing them to pull harder and potentially hurt themselves.
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Vacuuming
- The loudness and movement of a vacuum cleaner can agitate dogs. It's best to keep your pup in another room or out in the yard while you're vacuuming.
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How to tell if a dog is annoyed
- Telltale signs that a dog is annoyed include moving away from a person or thing, lip licking, yawning, barking, and snapping.
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Inadvertently aggressive greetings
- Crouching down to greet a dog mimics a predator's pre-attack posture, which can cause the dog to feel annoyed or anxious.
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Forcing them into uncomfortable situations
- If your dog refuses to get into the bathtub or car, or go to the veterinarian, this is often because they have a fear or phobia. By forcing your dog into a scary situation, you're keeping him in a state of stress.
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Blowing on your dog
- Accidentally or intentionally blowing air in your dog's face can startle and confuse them. It can be misinterpreted as aggressive behavior and cause your dog to snap.
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Too many children
- Some dogs may experience anxiety around small, excitable children, which can cause your pooch to lash out.
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Pinch or choke collars
- Pinch or choke collars are used to deter dogs from pulling on their leash by squeezing their necks. However, these collars could cause anger in the dog and even respiratory concerns. Sources: (Reader's Digest) (Business Insider) See also: The easiest dog breeds to train
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Not sticking to a routine
- Dogs need a consistent schedule to feel happy and comfortable, even on the weekends. If dogs don't have a set routine, it can cause anxiety and behavioral problems.
© Shutterstock
1 / 28 Fotos
Leaving your dog alone
- Dogs are social animals and thrive in human company. Prolonged isolation leads to an unhappy dog and can cause problems like separation anxiety, destructive chewing, and excessive barking.
© Shutterstock
2 / 28 Fotos
Boring your dog
- Dogs like to be physically and mentally stimulated, especially breeds developed to perform jobs like herding. If a dog is bored, it can become destructive and stressed.
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3 / 28 Fotos
Hugging
- Many dogs dislike tight hugs as they feel they are a form of restraint - they can't run away or escape while pinned by your arms. While some don't mind being embraced, there are better pooch-friendly ways to show affection.
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4 / 28 Fotos
Patting your dog on top of the head
- An outstretched hand reaching over a dog's head can be threatening. Dogs may exhibit stress signs when petted this way, so instead, show them affection in a less intimidating spot, like the side of their neck.
© Shutterstock
5 / 28 Fotos
Staring
- Unless your dog has learned to associate staring with positive things (like treats), it can be perceived as a threat.
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6 / 28 Fotos
Teasing
- Pretending to throw a ball may seem funny to you, but it's unfair to your dog and could break your dog's trust.
© Shutterstock
7 / 28 Fotos
Relying on spoken language
- While dogs can understand speech, they don't process it how humans do and can only learn a limited number of words. A lecture about why he shouldn't jump on the couch will only confuse and annoy him.
© Shutterstock
8 / 28 Fotos
Yelling
- Yelling at a dog is like barking at a human. Dogs can sense your anger, but since they can't understand speech, they have no idea why you're upset. This leaves them feeling confused, anxious, and agitated.
© Shutterstock
9 / 28 Fotos
Rushing your dog on walks
- Walking your dog isn't only about providing physical exercise and toilet breaks. Walks should be a chance for mental stimulation, socialization, and a chance to sniff around to their heart's content.
© Shutterstock
10 / 28 Fotos
Not providing structure and rules
- Dogs thrive when they have consistent boundaries and don't understand exceptions to rules, like being allowed on the couch after a bath but not after rolling around in the mud.
© Shutterstock
11 / 28 Fotos
Interrupting your dog's sleep
- Like humans, dogs also don't appreciate being woken up when they're asleep! If you wake a dog suddenly, they'll be disoriented, confused, and a little grouchy.
© Shutterstock
12 / 28 Fotos
Dressing your dog up
- While some dogs tolerate it, most dislike being dressed up. They'll fidget and try to get out of the outfit however they can.
© Shutterstock
13 / 28 Fotos
Strong scents
- Dogs have a strong sense of smell, with 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses. Strong fragrances can annoy or confuse dogs, and they may distance themselves from you to avoid the scent.
© Shutterstock
14 / 28 Fotos
Forcing your dog to interact
- Dogs have their own personalities, and some are more social than others. Pushing your dog into interacting with other dogs or people can upset them and make them lash out.
© Shutterstock
15 / 28 Fotos
Loud noises
- Dogs' ears are sensitive, and loud noises, including raised voices, can annoy them or stress them out.
© Shutterstock
16 / 28 Fotos
Ignoring your dog
- Dogs are pack animals; they like to be part of a group. If ignored, they'll feel alienated and alone.
© Shutterstock
17 / 28 Fotos
Leaving your dogs with too many other dogs
- Your dog might become anxious or overwhelmed if surrounded by many other dogs. If they show signs of discomfort, it's best to let them stay alone.
© Shutterstock
18 / 28 Fotos
Brushing against the grain
- Brushing your dog's fur against the grain can make their skin feel itchy and prickly, and may even be painful for long-haired breeds.
© Shutterstock
19 / 28 Fotos
Tight leash
- A tight leash while on walks can cause frustration and anxiety in dogs, causing them to pull harder and potentially hurt themselves.
© Shutterstock
20 / 28 Fotos
Vacuuming
- The loudness and movement of a vacuum cleaner can agitate dogs. It's best to keep your pup in another room or out in the yard while you're vacuuming.
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21 / 28 Fotos
How to tell if a dog is annoyed
- Telltale signs that a dog is annoyed include moving away from a person or thing, lip licking, yawning, barking, and snapping.
© Shutterstock
22 / 28 Fotos
Inadvertently aggressive greetings
- Crouching down to greet a dog mimics a predator's pre-attack posture, which can cause the dog to feel annoyed or anxious.
© Shutterstock
23 / 28 Fotos
Forcing them into uncomfortable situations
- If your dog refuses to get into the bathtub or car, or go to the veterinarian, this is often because they have a fear or phobia. By forcing your dog into a scary situation, you're keeping him in a state of stress.
© Shutterstock
24 / 28 Fotos
Blowing on your dog
- Accidentally or intentionally blowing air in your dog's face can startle and confuse them. It can be misinterpreted as aggressive behavior and cause your dog to snap.
© Shutterstock
25 / 28 Fotos
Too many children
- Some dogs may experience anxiety around small, excitable children, which can cause your pooch to lash out.
© Shutterstock
26 / 28 Fotos
Pinch or choke collars
- Pinch or choke collars are used to deter dogs from pulling on their leash by squeezing their necks. However, these collars could cause anger in the dog and even respiratory concerns. Sources: (Reader's Digest) (Business Insider) See also: The easiest dog breeds to train
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Did you know these habits are annoying your dog?
Avoid doing these things to your pup
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Dogs are intelligent animals; they can understand cues, emotionally connect to their owners, and even display jealousy. Like people, they can also become annoyed. However, the things that irritate dogs differ from those that irritate humans.
Whether you already have a pet pooch or are considering adopting one soon, this informative gallery features all the things that could annoy your dog and the signs they exhibit if they are irritated. Click to discover more.
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