Dogs hear the tones and emotional cues in our speech, recognizing familiar words based on intonation and repetition rather than full language comprehension.
The 3-3-3 rule is a general guideline to help new adopters understand a dog's adjustment period: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to settle in, and 3 months to fully adjust.
The 3-3-3 rule with dogs outlines the adjustment phases a rescue dog typically experiences in a new home: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn routines, and 3 months to feel fully at home.
The 3-3-3 rule outlines a dog's likely adjustment phases in a new home: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn the routine, and 3 months to feel fully at home.
You can say 'I love you' to your dog by using body language, tone, and actions they understand, such as eye contact, calm voice, petting, and spending quality time.