06/16/2026
Have you ever called your dog and been completely ignored?
Not distracted.
Not sleeping.
Just staring into the distance like you don't exist.
As frustrating as it can be, dogs aren't always being stubborn when they seem to have "selective hearing."
Sometimes they're:
✔ distracted by something more interesting
✔ confused about what you're asking
✔ stressed or overwhelmed
✔ focused on their environment
✔ or simply making their own decisions in the moment
Henry occasionally pretends he can't hear me too, especially when he's busy investigating something important, like a lizard scent. 😂
Has your dog ever suddenly developed selective hearing?