“Dear Parents, Please Teach Your Children How To Behave Around Dogs”
In a city like Dubai, where dog-friendly places abound, it’s essential for children and adults alike to be mindful of their approach. Speaking of which, a Reddit post by a pet owner in Dubai struck a chord with dog lovers worldwide, urging parents to teach their children how to behave around doggos.
This discussion shed light on the importance of recognizing dogs’ emotions, seeking permission, and respecting boundaries.
Dogs aren’t just cute and cuddly creatures; they have emotions too. Like humans, they experience joy, fear, anxiety, and love. Approaching them abruptly or invading their personal space can trigger a rollercoaster of emotions that may result in nervousness, aggression, or even alarm. Understanding that dogs are sentient beings deserving of respect and space is the first step towards fostering positive interactions.
From scent and demeanour to even the colour of one’s shirt, anything could trigger an anxious dog when being approached by a stranger.
The Reddit post titled: “Dear Parents, please teach your children how to behave around dogs” goes on to state the below:
We love these animals and we want to share that love with other people. Just know that this responsibility falls on both of our shoulders. Teaching your child to be considerate of animals isn’t doing us a favour. Rather, it’s teaching your child to be a better person overall.
This topic was brought up after the author faced an incident where a child lunged towards his adopted dog, who gets nervous around people. On a precautionary note, the resident further added,
Continue like this and there will come a day when a dog shows aggression and may end up hurting your child.
It’s important to be mindful of the fact that dogs are not public property
Even if a dog is on a leash, it doesn’t grant a universal license for everyone to touch or play with them. By observing their body language and keeping a respectful distance, one can honour their boundaries.
By instilling these snappy lessons in our children and embracing them ourselves, we can create a world where humans and dogs coexist harmoniously.
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