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Let’s talk about primary and secondary emotions in dogs.
Some researchers say a dog’s mental-emotional development is the equivalent of a 2-year-old human!!
That means they feel primary emotions like fear and happiness.
But probably not secondary emotions like shame and guilt.
Maybe thinking they feel sorry for what they did helps us forgive them faster 🐾❤️ 🐾
The reality is your dog might be acting scared because it’s clear you aren’t happy (and your happiness matters to them!). Or they could have something medical going on that needs to be checked out by your vet.
Whether they look guilty or not, try to remain calm…
While you clean up the mess 🤦
Instinct drives almost all cat behavior.They establish hierarchy, seek out attention, hunt, protect themselves…
They aren’t getting revenge, jealous or trying to annoy you.
The next time your cat does something you don’t like, assume the best –
They are trying to meet their needs.
Enhance their environment with perches, toys, places to safely run and exercise, a catio…
So they can meet their needs in healthy, safe ways.
Scientific American says 74% of dog parents believe their dogs feel guilt.
Are you one of them?
