Here’s your daily dose of doggy goodness!

Every day, we celebrate our shared love of dogs and hopefully brighten your day. Enjoy!

Dog of the Day: Nash!

Check out this fabulous newsletter!

Meme of the day:

Why Do Dogs Stretch When a Familiar Person Approaches?

Dogs are social creatures who communicate with each other through body language. One common way they communicate is by stretching. When a dog stretches, it is often a sign that it is happy and relaxed.

Reasons why dogs stretch

There are several reasons why dogs might stretch when they see a familiar person. Some of the most common reasons include:

• Greeting: Stretching is a common way for dogs to greet each other and their human companions. When a dog sees someone they know and love, it may stretch to say hello.

• Relaxation: Stretching can also signify that a dog feels relaxed and comfortable. If a dog is feeling stressed or anxious, they are less likely to stretch.

• Attention-seeking: Sometimes, dogs stretch to get attention from their humans. If they feel ignored, they may stretch in an attempt to get their human to look at them or pet them.

• Warm-up: Dogs can also stretch to warm up their muscles. This is especially important before they go for a walk or run.

How to interpret a dog's stretch

The way a dog stretches can also provide clues about how it is feeling. For example, if a dog stretches slowly and deliberately, this is usually a sign that it is feeling relaxed and happy. If a dog stretches quickly and excitedly, it may be a sign that it is feeling anxious or excited.

Conclusion

Stretching is normal and healthy behavior for dogs. It is a way for them to communicate with each other and their human companions. If you see your dog stretching, it is usually a sign that it is feeling happy and relaxed.

Additional tips

Here are a few additional tips for interpreting your dog's body language:

• Pay attention to your dog's tail. A wagging tail is usually a sign that the dog is happy and relaxed. A tucked tail may indicate that the dog is feeling scared or anxious.

• Look at your dog's ears. Perked-up ears are usually a sign that the dog is alert and interested, while floppy ears may indicate that the dog is feeling relaxed or sleepy.

• Observe your dog's body posture. A relaxed dog will have a loose and open posture, while a tense dog will have a stiff and rigid posture.

By paying attention to your dog's body language, you can better understand how it is feeling. This can help you build a stronger bond with your dog and provide it with the care and attention it needs.

Sources:

Overall, K. L. (2013). Manual of clinical behavioral medicine for dogs and cats. Elsevier Health Sciences.

Beaver, B. V. (2009). Canine behavior: Insights and answers. Elsevier Health Sciences.

Rugaas, T. (2005). On talking terms with dogs: Calming signals. Dogwise Publishing.

Horowitz, A. (2009). Inside of a dog: What dogs see, smell, and know. Scribner.

Family photo of the day: Holly and Mia!  

Share our newsletter with your friends!

We’ll donate on your behalf!

🐶 Refer 10 people: we will donate a box of treats to an animal rescue 🐶 

🐕️ Refer 50 people: we will donate a bag of dog food to an animal rescue 🐕️ 

🛏️ Refer 100 people: we will donate a dog bed to an animal rescue 🛏️ 

You currently have 0 referrals.

Sources:

Dog of the day: reddit

Meme of the day: reddit