{"id":1060,"date":"2026-03-06T08:02:45","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T08:02:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zestyfinds.net\/petcare\/?p=1060"},"modified":"2026-03-06T08:02:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T08:02:45","slug":"16-ways-you-are-hurting-your-dog-without-realizing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zestyfinds.net\/petcare\/?p=1060","title":{"rendered":"16 Ways You Are Hurting Your Dog Without Realizing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jSC3OMz78EQ\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>In this video, we will talk about 16 common mistakes dog owners unknowingly make when they are caring for their canine companions. <\/p>\n<p>Segregation From the Pack<br \/>\nDogs are pack animals.  For a domestic dog, you are their pack and family.<br \/>\nIf you\u2019re constantly pushing your dog away or ignoring them when they try to climb in your lap and give you kisses, you\u2019re not only depriving them of affection, but going against their nature.<br \/>\nLetting your dog stick its head out of a moving vehicle<br \/>\nAllowing a dog\u2019s head to be exposed on the road can be dangerous. Branches, rocks or other debris could collide with the animal\u2019s head. The wind also carries dust and foreign objects that could harm your dog\u2019s eyes. Ear damage is another concern. Even worse, the dog might feel the impulse to jump out of a moving car.<br \/>\nGiving Your Dog Bones<br \/>\nMany vets believe it just isn\u2019t worth the risk of serious injuries to give your dog a bone. Giving dogs a real bone could be deadly. The bone could shatter and puncture their esophagus, stomach or intestines. Your dog could even break a tooth, get a tongue or mouth injury, or have an obstruction that could require surgery.<br \/>\nIf you\u2019d like to give your pup a bone to chew, avoid giving your pup cooked bones of any kind as they can break and splinter into tiny, sharp pieces that can cut your dog\u2019s mouth, throat or digestive organs.<br \/>\nYelling when your dog misbehaves<br \/>\nYelling is another thing you should never do when disciplining your canine. It doesn\u2019t work, just like physical punishment doesn\u2019t. You&#8217;re just freaking out your pet.<br \/>\nNot keeping your dog stimulated<br \/>\nDogs need as much mental and physical stimulation as people do. Your dog not only needs exercise but they also need to be exposed to different smells, sights, and sounds. It makes their brain work better.<br \/>\nChoosing the wrong collar<br \/>\nAs a responsible dog owner, it\u2019s important that you choose the right type of collar for your canine.<br \/>\nA Flat-buckle collar is a plain collar that snaps or buckles closed. This is a great option for dogs that don\u2019t pull on the leash, and aren\u2019t prone to slipping out of the collar.<br \/>\nIf your canine is a puller or likes to explore as far as they can reach, using a harness might be a better option. A front- clip harness in particular is an effective method to avoid leash-pulling.<br \/>\nNot making socialization a priority<br \/>\nDogs who aren\u2019t properly socialized will have a fear of new or unusual circumstances. This results in the release of adrenaline hormones that increase blood pressure, as well as heart and respiration rates.<br \/>\nUsing physical punishment.<br \/>\nIt\u2019s important to discipline your dog but physical punishment should never be the way to do it. Reward-based training is much more effective than physical punishment. Reward based training helps build trust and strong bond between the dog and their owner.<br \/>\nNeglecting breed-specific characteristics  \u200b<br \/>\nSome breeds require specific grooming needs, and others have pre-dispositions to certain health issues.<br \/>\nPushed-in face breeds such as Pugs, Bulldogs, Pomeranians, and Boxers are extremely prone to heat stroke due to their narrow airways and nostrils.<br \/>\nSome long-hair breeds such as Huskies or Alaskan Malamute have very thick coats and need extra care if kept in tropical climates.<br \/>\nBringing puppies to a dog park<br \/>\nTaking young puppies to dog parks is a bad idea. First of all, young puppies don\u2019t have all the vaccinations.<br \/>\nSecondly, not every dog is as friendly as your pooch. Other dogs can be aggressive towards your pup<br \/>\nLeaving a Dog Alone in a Car<br \/>\nNever ever leave your dog alone in an enclosed car.<br \/>\nDogs don\u2019t sweat like humans, and they overheat much faster than you think. They lack the ability to cool themselves off efficiently.<br \/>\nNot securing your dog in the car<br \/>\nPeople use seat belts, children use car seats, so why would the case be any different for your dog. If you don\u2019t secure your four-legged friend in the car and you end up in a car accident, your dog can get seriously injured or even killed.<br \/>\nUsing harsh cleaning products<br \/>\nMany cleaning products used in our homes are toxic to dogs.<br \/>\nAlways check the label. Any product that contains bleach or ammonia is hazardous to animals.<br \/>\nLetting Your Dog Eat Everything<br \/>\nGiving dogs human food isn\u2019t good for them. Most times the food you eat are too fatty, too spicy or too salty for your canine. Make sure to avoid feeding them human food, even little crumbles from the table.<br \/>\nYou Don\u2019t Take Care of Your Pet\u2019s Teeth<br \/>\nLike humans, dogs need regular dental care. Their teeth are home to hundreds of bacteria and need to be brushed just like yours do.<br \/>\nSkipping flea, tick, and worming treatments<br \/>\nPreventive flea, worm, tick, and heartworm treatment is crucial when caring for a dog.<br \/>\nOn that note, remember that heartworm disease is a serious disease that results in heart failure, organ damages, and death in pets. 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