Let’s talk about dog personality!
Just like humans, every single pup is different. Some might be very cuddly, while others might prefer to be left alone. Some might bark, while others are more quiet. Yes, dog personality is real. Whatever your pooch may be, one thing’s for sure: they make your life better. Seeing their cute and lovely faces probably makes you smile. They greet you when you get home, they follow you around, they love to play with you, and they love you no matter what.
If you want to know more about your dog’s personality and understand them better, this is the right article for you. We’ve talked to different trainers, and here’s what we found out:
How would you describe your dog’s personality?
1. The hyper-attached one
We begin our dog personality chat with the hyper-attached one. If you have a pup like this at home, you probably notice that they get anxious when you want to leave the house without them or when you do something else and don’t spend time with them.
Long story short, they suffer from separation-related anxiety and always seek attention. They might also have FOMO (fear of missing out) and can easily get excited around you, are the life and soul of any party, and take a while to calm down.
However, keep in mind that your pooch might be impulsive and follow you everywhere you go because they’re scared they might miss something interesting. They won’t be happy if you leave them alone for too long, so this type of dog personality requires training sessions and lots of patience.
We have many other things to talk about today, so keep reading!
2. The predatory/ aloof one
This is another type of dog personality that is pretty interesting but requires a lot of care and attention from you. Compared to the hyper-attached pup we’ve previously talked about, the aloof one doesn’t have FOMO and won’t care that much about your attention. However, be careful, because their predatory instinct might kick in and they can show signs of aggression towards other dogs.
If you have a pup like this at home, keep in mind that they might need multiple training sessions because they’re independent and they might not follow instructions easily. Experts recommend owners find methods to motivate their canine friends. Don’t worry; with a little TLC, everything will turn out fine!
3. The fearful/ anxious one
Anxious dogs are afraid of people, animals, and situations they don’t know. They won’t be quick to react, and they might hesitate before doing something.
Researchers don’t know exactly what stands behind this type of dog personality because some pooches were attacked by animals or mistreated by humans and are still friendly. Sources say that fearful pups might jump up, whine, or try to intervene when their favorite humans stroke another pet. Even though this dog personality can be a bit hard to deal with, your pooch deserves all the love and attention. And don’t worry; with patience, proper training, and cuddles, your canine friend will feel safer in uncertain situations.
4. The assertive/ reactive one
Read this one carefully, because this type of dog personality can be dangerous! They might be assertive in particular situations they don’t like, and they can show reactive behavior even towards household members.
If your pooch is assertive, pay attention to how they react when you scold them, because they might not like it. Moreover, experts say that another reason why pups might react aggressively is because they’re scared of loud noises, such as dropped objects and vacuum cleaners.
This is a type of dog personality that needs a lot of attention from you, especially since they know exactly what they like and what they don’t. Pay attention to their behavior and try to learn their triggers so that you know how to help them. And before you ask, they require training sessions that are based on patience and positive reinforcement.
5. The agreeable/ calm one
According to experts, pups who are calm and easy-going are more likely to chase dogs or cats compared to the other canine friends we’ve talked about today. They’re also curious and are quick to learn new tasks and tricks. What’s great about these pooches is that they’re friendly, go with the flow, and are incredible pups.
Moreover, they’re docile, which makes them amazing for people who have young household members. On the other hand, calm pups are also great for seniors who don’t have that much energy but want a pet they’ll get along with. If you’re looking for a canine friend to spend your days with, have fun with, and match your pace with one another, an agreeable dog is just perfect for you.
6. The adaptable one
This type of dog personality is pretty fun and docile, so there’s no reason why you won’t get along. An adaptable dog is cooperative and easy to handle, and they have a submissive nature that will make them expect you to take the lead.
What’s great about them is that they’re friendly with children, other pets, and seniors too, and they’re quite easy to train. While these canine friends might not be extroverted, they’re loving, affectionate, and gentle, amazing for families, and fun to be around.
What do you think about this type of dog personality? Let us know in the comments below!
What about training?
Now that you know more about different types of dog personalities, which one is your pup? We’ve already said a couple of things about training sessions, but let’s talk about them in-depth, shall we? Whatever the personality of your pup might be, taking them to proper training sessions will only be to their (and also your) benefit. A professional will know what tricks and techniques to teach them based on their personalities, behaviors, and capacities, so your pup can learn everything they need to at their own pace.
They might be a bit expensive, and you might need to do your research before you pick a good instructor for your canine friend, but it will be worth it in the end, especially if your pup has aggressive tendencies or is hard to control.
Other than that, you can always look up tricks and commands on the Internet and try to bond with your pup using them. It might take longer to teach them, but you’ll eventually succeed. If you want to have fun with your furry friend and help them develop their cognitive capacities and their joyful nature, I couldn’t recommend interactive toys enough. Here’s an amazing one that I used with my in-laws’ pup, and we both had the time of our lives.
Now that you know more about pups and how to understand them better, what do you think about this article? Did you find it helpful to read about dog personalities? If you have any tips and tricks for us, feel free to share them with us in the comments below! We’d appreciate it!
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