Love Is Not Enough

Overprotecting your dog does not make them feel safe — it makes them feel like the world is dangerous. When you scoop up your small dog every time another dog approaches, you teach them that other dogs are threats.

The hardest truth in dog ownership is that your emotions flow straight down the leash. If you are anxious, your dog reads your body tension, your breathing, and even your cortisol levels, and concludes there must be a reason to worry.