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5 tips for bonding & caring for pets

in Pets on 02/27/17

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Tips on bonding and caring for pets

Bonding with your pets is important but remember they aren’t people.

Our two dogs Luna and Little Zeus (aka LZ) and our cat Oliver are an integral part of our family. We love them dearly and our family would not be the same without them but like other families we need to remember our pets aren’t people. That doesn’t mean we don’t think they’re just as important as the two legged members of our family, it means that for them to be as happy and healthy as possible we need to respect their needs and wants. This can and is very different many times from what people think their pets need and want.

Say hello to LZ 🙂

LZ 1To help us of us with four legged family members we’re sharing some fabulous tips from Michele Dixon, Health & Nutrition Specialist at Petcurean.

Bonding. Live in the Moment.

Pets are the king and queens of living in the moment, and the best bonding experience we can have, is to meet them at that level. Share calmly in being joyous, playful, and relaxed, whatever positivity your pet is giving you in the moment. If it’s quiet time, simply spend time doing what your pet responds to positively. For some, that may mean just sitting with them, and doing nothing else.

Bothering. Body Language 101.

Learn to read body language, so your pet can clearly communicate with you, and respect what they are telling you in that moment. Remember your pet is fully present. Avoid giving affection when your pet is giving you a negative response. So either change your approach to your pet, or back off. This one was a huge learning curve for us with LZ. As a small dog everyone from family members to people on the street want to come up to him to pet him or pick him up. He’s not comfortable around strangers and while he does like to be picked up, that doesn’t mean he wants to be picked up all of the time. We’ve learned his cues for when he doesn’t want to snuggle, we know that when he does want snuggle time he will come to us.

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Signs of annoyance include: Turning their head away in avoidance, lick lipping, lip curling, yawning when not tired, sudden sniffing of the ground, or a paw being raised. With cats, they often flick their tails, put their ears back, or get up and leave

Kisses and Quality Time.

Kisses are one way, but to a dog especially, showing love is often more about their loyalty and respect for you. Cats show love by wanting to spend time in your lap, or by interacting (such as giving head bonks).  Ever see your cat give you a “slow blink”? That’s also a sign of pure love and is often referred to as “kitty kisses”.  Next time you see it, try giving a slow blink in return.

Our Ollie very much loves to give kisses and when he’s in the mood for snuggles he will jump on our lap. When we’re petting him and he’s had enough he simply moves away and we let him be.

Here’s Ollie having his ahem catnap. Yes all our pets have cozy, snuggly blankets or beds to sleep on. 

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Cuddle Buddies.

Some pets enjoy a cuddle, but in some cases hugging can be tricky. Many pets feel “claustrophobic” when been hugged, especially if they are not permitted to leave. The hugs of small children who tend to squeeze too hard and not let go are a prime example. Additionally, a pet should only be hugged when you are feeling calm. In the case of an injured pet, or upset pet, hugging is often not the best solution, as this case often nurtures the unwanted behavior, and creates more of the negative behavior. LZ again is a perfect example of this. He loves to sleep on our laps but he does not like to be engulfed by peoples arms in hug. I don’t blame him, he’s so small he would feel trapped.

Pets Aren’t People.

It’s important to remember that pets aren’t people, and their language and emotional needs are different. The best gift you can give your pet is to be truly present, by focusing all of your attention on them whenever you choose to interact. Learn what they like and don’t like by paying attention to the small things. And respect that like people, they are all different. Some love closeness, some are more independent. This doesn’t mean we love them any less, as they love us unconditionally and we return that love by respecting their needs.

Feel free to share some of your favourite pet tips below.

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About Powered by Mom

I’m Michelle aka Powered by Mom. I’m married with one daughter, my hubby was my high school sweetheart, our two dogs Nyx and Cleo and our cat Oliver. As you can see we’re a family of animal lovers. We love to travel when we can, try different food and activities all over the world and enjoy being together. My passions are writing, travelling, creating new recipes, encouraging people to adopt not shop and just to enjoy life while we can.

As an animal lover I also volunteer with a rescue organization called Three Little Pitties All Breed Rescue. I'm part of the cat program Three Little Kitties Saving Kitties which tries to save as many cats as possible in Houston, Texas which has a huge overpopulation fo cats and they euthanize far too many cats (and dogs) we want to change that. Please check out their Facebook page and consider donating https://www.facebook.com/ThreeLittlePittiesRescueSavingKitties

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  1. Mia E. says

    August 5, 2018 at 9:40 AM

    What important tips for folks to remember. My family has always had cats and dogs and each has had its own distinct personality. Some are happy to be around people all the time and others need to have their own places to hide out.

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  2. ellen beck says

    January 5, 2018 at 8:46 PM

    Good tips. So many forge that animals are indeed not people. Even the best trained dogs (or cats ) behave as what they are. Some who have a high prey drive may misinterpret a movement or an action. Thats speaking of dogs. Cats can and will scratch or bite if they have no way out.

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  3. ellen beck says

    April 29, 2017 at 7:57 PM

    Love and consistancy is the big thing. Remember too they do not speak English- they communicate in different ways.

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  4. Amber Ludwig says

    March 5, 2017 at 6:12 PM

    Yes yes yes!! SO IMPORTANT!! Having a strong connection with our pets is really important for their health and for the balance of the pet within the family structure!!

    Reply
  5. ivy pluchinsky says

    March 5, 2017 at 5:04 PM

    I love bonding with my cat, he loves to sleep on my lap while i am reading or watching tv.

    Reply
  6. Doreen Lamoureux says

    March 5, 2017 at 1:20 PM

    Great post. Deep love that is never questioned.

    Reply
  7. rochelle haynes says

    March 5, 2017 at 3:37 AM

    Thanks for the tips will use them

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  8. shirley says

    March 4, 2017 at 4:28 PM

    I really like this post, our pets are family members.

    Reply
  9. Sandra Watts says

    March 4, 2017 at 3:31 PM

    Good tips. I know I have a huge bond with my dog.

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  10. Kim Hamilton says

    March 4, 2017 at 2:56 PM

    I love that you note how animals and people need different sorts of love and attention! Your animals are too cute BTW!

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  11. melanie phelps says

    March 4, 2017 at 10:23 AM

    My dogs are definitely part of the family. with attitudes and cuddles. LOL My toy poodle acts more like a cat than a dog!! I like the info about not associating them as children.

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  12. Mike Gismondi says

    March 4, 2017 at 7:08 AM

    This is great advice for any pet owner!

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  13. lisagee1234 says

    March 3, 2017 at 5:56 PM

    Good info..Pets are special. I have 2 cats..

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  14. Susan Hartman says

    March 3, 2017 at 5:36 PM

    So well said. I just love my dogs and for better or worse – they love me!

    Reply
  15. Calvin F. says

    March 3, 2017 at 12:11 PM

    Definitely learned something from this, I have to spend more quality time with my cat.

    Reply
  16. Milette B says

    March 3, 2017 at 6:47 AM

    I agree, I think they also have moments that they wanted to be alone. My son and our terrier love playing together but we still control them once in awhile. One of them can be too playful sometimes. They need a referee. 🙂

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  17. Julie bolduc says

    March 3, 2017 at 5:48 AM

    I love this article I have 2 chihuahuas and they are my everything love yours

    Reply
  18. lori butler says

    March 3, 2017 at 3:36 AM

    this is a fantastic article, I love my poochies

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  19. Lee-Ann says

    March 2, 2017 at 3:57 PM

    I have to constantly remind my kids about our dogs body language. We try to respect our pets at all times.

    Reply
  20. Tara Betterley says

    March 2, 2017 at 7:10 AM

    I love having pets in our lives. Such great company and I always get reminded – they aren’t humans! I love them just the same (or so it feels).

    Reply
  21. Julie says

    March 1, 2017 at 3:08 PM

    Lots of great tips! So important to show our pets a great deal of love!

    Reply

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