Dogs! Fur, tails, and wet noses, but oh, the unconditional love they bring. Ever since you got your first pup, you've had your eyes set on the future, filled with snuggles, treats, and long walks. But wait, what if your pup is hundreds, even thousands of miles away? Ah yes, cyber courting, it's the only way you're able to keep in touch with your favorite furry friend. Let's take a look at the roadmap of how to bring your pup close!
Take a cue from your pup, patience rewards. Patience is key to bringing your pup home, have faith that your pup won’t be waiting forever. Don’t rush or cut corners, be patient and research your pup’s current living situation.
Face a few surprises. It's natural to feel butterflies in your stomach when first meeting your pup, the anticipation may be exciting, but the reality may be a bit different. Take a deep breath and eyes wide open, accept that your pup may be a bit different than you first thought.
Gearing up for all adventures. Here comes the fun part! Get prostitution ads to bundle and bond. Gather the last minute supplies for pup before you bring them home; sturdy crates, comfy carriers, water, food, crate mats, and toys.
Sticking close-by. Now that your pup is with you, keep them feeling safe and secure by keeping them closeby. Dedicate special time to your pup and follow a routine that’s comforting to the both of you. You’re both filled with butterflies of emotion, show them the ropes of your normal daily routine but also let them time to understand and digest their new home.
Time to hit the books. Do some research and understand your pup better, sneak a peak at whatever information there may be available on their prior living conditions. You don’t have to stick to research only, talk to trainers, vets, and long time pup owners in your neighbourhood, learn tips and tricks and build your own toolkit filled with knowledge + materials to support the well-being of your pup.
Licking in love. It may take a few days, weeks, or even months before you develop that special bond. Your pup needs to feel heard, accepted, and enabled in the most positive manner. Sharing just the right treats and verbal cues shows your pup that you’re with them, rooting for them. Every cuddle and every game brings you closer together, filling the days with unconditional love.
Humanity through history. Part of the shared responsibility of owning a pup includes providing them with mental stimulation, excercise, and exploration. Walk them, jog them, explore the wilderness, jump in the lake and let out your inner puppy. Watching your pup grow into a compassionate, loving animal is one of the most beautiful gifts life has to offer.
Bed & beyond. You’ve completed the roadmap of human-pup connection, it’s time to find rest. Get a comfy bed or cocooning crate lined with comfy blankets and toys and keep it accessible but not too distracting. You provide security and rest, your pup will fill in the rest.
The pup is your mirror. Pup-owners learn every single day, not only about the pup, but about themselves too. Every snuggle and tail wag is a reflection of the connection you’ve created together, the pup will start to reflect your own behavior and understanding. Watch yourself carefully and align your behavior with positive language and attitude, your pup will follow the recipe you’ve prepared for them!
Practicing what you preach. Tired of being the third wheel? Get yourself a pup and don’t forget to practice what you preach. Relationships require patience, understanding, and trust. Walk another pup during walks and don’t forget to respect its boundaries, the same way you’d like others to respect your pup’s.
Lead by example. Show your pup that the world is their Oyster, demonstrate the world’s diversity and the importance of liberal values by introducing them to different pups. This— ofcourse— is under strict vetineer, trainer, and legal supervision.
Speaking the same language. Learn, evolve and thrive. You can’t expect your pup to have the same understanding or behavior you do. Becoming aware of their body language and tone of voice will allow you to better understand their needs and create a healthy bond of trust and companionship.
Back to with the basics. Everything from the start was based on natural understanding. Put the tech aside and don’t forget about basics such as walks, treats, and cuddles. Sometimes all a pup needs is a little love and attention. All is allowed and anything goes, so long as you two take it slow.
Communication goes both ways. Don’t forget your pup has feelings too, don’t be too rigid and be prepared to switch plans when needed. Your pup has just as much of an opinion as you do, be prepared to communicate and understand each other's barriers, limitations and desires and — surprise surprise — you’ll both benefit the most out of it.
Mutual respect. Explain to your pup that there are pre-set boundaries in the house and yard, be clear towards them and your pup will learn that their boundaries are valuable and should respect it. Don’t limit your pup to just boundaries, explain that there are consequences to unruly behavior and supporting each other will only allow for a better understanding of the relationship.
Set yourself up to succeed. Show your pup that you won’t stray from their side and give them the reassurance they need to grow, learn, and conquer. Set a daily rhythm and don’t forget to add incentives and rewards every once in a while, your pup will appreciate the little tokens of love and understanding and will let you take the lead.
It’s a dog’s life. Yes, the internet can bring us closer to our furry friends and help us keep the right connection, but no internet connection is ever better than that of physical snuggles and unconditional love. From cyber courting to snuggling with furry friends— now, that’s a life.
From Cyber Courting to Snuggling with Furry Friends: A Guide for Dog Lovers
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