05/06/2024
š¾ Ever feel like your dog just doesnāt get it when you say "NO"? š¾
Weāve all been there!
Countless times, Iāve heard, āI donāt understand whatās wrong, I know my dog knows what no means!ā
But hereās the scoop: while "NO" is one of the most common words in human language, in dog language, it means absolutely nothing. š«š¶
Think about it: even for us, "no" can have different meanings depending on context. We understand it based on environmental clues and past experiences. But dogs? They can't ask for clarification like we can. They rely on body language and behavior cues. So, expecting them to understand "no" is setting them up for confusion. š¤·āāļø
But let me be clearā¦Iām not saying stop saying "NO." Iām saying, stop expecting it to work miracles with your pup. Let's dive into why it doesn't work and what to do instead! š¾
When we say "no," we're usually trying to get our dogs to stop something, and we want them to know we donāt like the thing they are doing and we want them to never do it again. But here's the kicker: dogs donāt grasp the concept of "bad." They just know weāre upset. They lack the language skills to understand why. So, saying "NO" alone isnāt teaching them anything. š£ļøš
Our furry pals are masters at picking up environmental cues. They learn routines, like knowing when weāre about to leave based on our actions. But here's the twist: we often unintentionally teach them these things. Ever noticed your dog reacting when you grab your keys? That's not coincidence; it's learned behavior. šŖš
To effectively communicate with our dogs, we must speak their language. That means showing them what we want, not just saying "NO." If your dog jumps on people, for instance, showing them when it's okay to jump and when it's not is crucial. š¤øāāļøā
"NO" is common for us but meaningless for dogs. Saying it won't magically change their behavior. Instead, focus on teaching them what you want through consistent actions and positive reinforcement. šš
Watch this Youtube episode and learn why your dog doesnāt listen when you say NO! šhttps://youtu.be/3DLCHC1PmDU
