Our furry friends hold a special place in our hearts and we cherish them like family. Beyond fulfilling their basic needs, we express our affection towards them by indulging them with toys and treats. However, while we sense that our dogs feel the same way towards us, it would be great to understand how they communicate their love to us.
10. They bring stuff to you that need to be ‘fixed’.
If your pooch brings you their damaged toys, it’s a sign of trust in your ability to mend them. Dogs don’t readily part with their belongings and will only offer them up to someone they adore, so if they bring you their treasured items, it’s a clear indication of their love for you. They believe in your capacity to restore their cherished possessions, and thus present them to you, often accompanied by a whine. This behavior is a manifestation of your dog’s affection towards you. Remember, your furry friend will always hold you in the highest regard, and it’s important to reciprocate the same love. Take a moment to shower your four-legged companion with some much-needed cuddles!
9. They try to comfort you when you are upset.
Your furry companion’s ability to detect and respond to your emotional distress is a clear indication of their deep affection for you. Have you ever found yourself in tears, only for your dog to come up and try to soothe you by licking your face? This is how they show their love. Dogs possess an innate ability to sense when their owners are in need of comfort and support, and they express their devotion by resting their head on your lap, licking away your tears, or simply remaining close to you.
8. They rub and brush their faces on you.
A common way that dogs display their love for their owners is by brushing and rubbing their faces against them. This behavior is a means of expressing affection and marking their territory. By nuzzling against you, dogs reveal their vulnerability and trust in you. However, if you observe your furry friend rubbing their face against all surfaces indiscriminately, it might be a sign of an infection, and it’s advisable to seek veterinary attention.
7. They guard you whenever they can.
It’s not commonly known, but when dogs are deeply in love and devoted to their owners, they display a protective behavior when their human is eating. This stems from their natural instincts to safeguard their loved ones. As a member of their pack, dogs feel compelled to shield you from potential threats when you’re eating or relaxing. This is just one of the ways they demonstrate their profound affection towards you.
6. They love the sound of your voice.
Your furry companion adores hearing their name, especially when it’s spoken in your voice. You can observe the joy on their face every time you call out to them – they’ll abandon whatever they’re doing and come running to you.
5. They steal your clothes so that they can smell your scent.
Dogs have an affinity for the scent of their owners, which explains their tendency to raid your shoe rack, sock drawer, and laundry pile. Your unique smell is incredibly comforting and familiar to them, bringing them immense joy. Therefore, they try to seek out and experience it as often as possible. If you catch your furry friend running around with your clothes or shoes, resist the urge to scold them. Instead, offer them a warm embrace to reinforce the strong bond you share.
4. They can’t contain their happiness when you come back home.
No matter if you’ve been gone for mere minutes or extended periods of time, your furry friend will always shower you with an exuberant welcome the moment you return home. They’ll leap up and down, lick your face, hands, and feet, or even pee with excitement. That’s how much your dog loves and values your presence!
3. They always want to sleep next to you.
Dogs choose to snooze beside their owners only if they feel secure and at ease in their presence. When your furry companion insists on sleeping beside you or in your bedroom, it’s a clear indication that they hold you dear to their heart.
2. They can’t stop wagging their tail when they see you.
Tail wagging is a clear indication of a content and calm dog. According to many veterinarians, if your furry friend wags their tail more towards the right side of their rear when they see you, it may be a sign of their love and affection towards you.
1. They love the scent of your body.
Scientific studies have confirmed that your dog’s brain reward center, called the caudate nucleus, is stimulated by your scent. Your scent is a comforting and familiar aroma to them, and whenever they catch a whiff of it, their joy and contentment know no bounds. This is a clear indication of the profound love and affection that your furry friend has for you.