Provide reasonable teething tools for dogs

Many times we pursue flashy but impractical things. When we see other dogs showing off various tricks, we can't help but want our own dogs to give it a try as well. However, compared to these flashy things, we should focus more on some basics. After all, the dog's health is more important. Once we ensure the dog shows no abnormalities, we can confidently start training.

1. Although dogs are omnivores, they tend to be more carnivorous. Therefore, their feed should contain more animal protein and fats, supplemented with plant-based ingredients to ensure normal development and a healthy physique.

2. Dogs belong to the Canidae family, and they do not chew much during eating; it can be described as "wolfing down food." So do not mistake this for extreme hunger and feed the dog excessively, which may cause indigestion.

3. Dogs like to chew. This is a habit inherited from their primal nature of tearing prey. For puppies, pay attention to teething issues and provide teething sticks during this period to help relieve the chewing discomfort.

4. Dogs live in groups and have a "hierarchy" and master-subordinate relationships. We must help dogs establish a proper sense of hierarchy. When raising dogs, do not be overly tolerant; criticisms should be made timely.

Help dogs establish correct hierarchy awareness

5. When dogs lie down, they often turn around and check the surroundings for danger. Only when they confirm it's safe do they rest peacefully. This is because dogs are inherently cautious by nature.

6. Dogs like to be petted on the neck and back. This makes them feel comfortable, but avoid touching the dog's buttocks and tail as this may make them uneasy and possibly cause biting.

7. Dogs judge strangers based on their eye level to assess their strength. When a stranger approaches, the pressure from above can make the dog nervous. Adopting a low posture makes the dog accept you. If you are even lower than the dog's eye level, the dog feels more secure. The dog’s weakness is on the right side; it protects that side. When cornered, the dog will press its right side against a wall and face the enemy on the left side. This behavior is an instinct dogs are born with.

8. Dogs also have social rules; they never attack opponents who are down and exposing their bellies. A dog lying on its back sleeping shows it feels safe or trusts those around it. However, when making this gesture toward other animals, it is not out of trust but a self-protective posture that helps prevent their necks from being bitten by others.

Do not ignore or conceal diseases when raising dogs

9. Dogs have territorial instincts, occupying a certain area and protecting it from other animals. They use anal gland secretions to give their feces a distinctive smell, sweat from their footpads, and scratch marks made with their hind feet as territory markers. Additionally, dogs are very jealous. If you focus your attention on a new dog and neglect your original dog, it will become angry, break established habits, and become irritable and destructive. Owners should treat dogs fairly.

10. Dogs are also vain and enjoy praise. When they do something good or a small trick, clapping and petting them helps them remember that this behavior earns the owner’s approval, making them more willing to repeat it. This explains why correct rewards are emphasized in dog training.

11. When dogs are sick, they instinctively avoid humans and other dogs, hiding in quiet corners to recover. This is a leftover instinct. Many owners are reluctant to take dogs to the vet when they are unwell, but many canine diseases cannot be accurately diagnosed by symptoms alone, so timely veterinary visits are necessary for proper diagnosis and treatment.