👃🏽Why Your Dog Really Needs to Sniff You...A Lot

🐶Welcome Back Devoted Dog Parent, Here’s your zesty zap of precious-pup-perspective to feed your brain, as we dig into the many reasons why your dog really needs to sniff you & why so often. We’ll untangle when head shakes mean joy or maybe a vet visit. PLUS get savvy with food make-up & healthy balance using a nutrition calculator…& more…

Enjoy!

P.K.

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🧐FACT or FLUFF??

‘Dogs can catch a human yawn’

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THIS WEEK’S WOOF WISDOM

• 👃🏽Why Your Dog Really Needs to Sniff You…A Lot.

• 🐕When is Dog “Head Shaking” Good or Bad?

• 🥗How to Master a Dog Food Nutrition Calculator.

• Houdini Dog Hypnotizes a Vegetable With…a Dance.

• 🧐More to Chew On…

😏OK..NOW WHAT? (your Q & A)
Why Your Dog Really Needs to Sniff You…A Lot.

If your dog greets you like a customs officer with a tail, congratulations, you’re officially their favorite news source. Sniffing isn’t just cute, it’s their version of checking your “life update.” Don’t think that your pup’s gone scent-obsessed (even though all dogs pretty much are in a good way)

Here’s what their nose is really up to when you walk through the door:

1. They're decoding your day
Your clothes, hair, & skin carry scent particles from places you’ve been, people you’ve met, & snacks you didn’t share. To your dog, that’s a full chapter of juicy gossip.

2. They're making sure you're OK
Dogs sniff out emotional shifts by detecting changes in your hormone scent. Stress, excitement, even leftover perfume…they clock it all.

3. They’re reconnecting
Sniffing is your dog’s way of saying “I missed you.” Some take a quick whiff, others go full Netflix documentary, piecing together your entire afternoon.

4. It calms their nerves
Familiar smells = safety. Sniffing helps reduce arousal & settle their energetic brains after a long day of couch surveillance.

5. They're boosting their doggo brain
Allowing sniff-time fuels learning & confidence. Try not to cut it short? It’s like taking a book away mid-chapter.

So when your dog sniffs you like you’re a mystery novel…let them read. You’re their favorite plot line.😃 

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🧠🌿WOOF WELLBEING
When is Dog “Head Shaking” Good or Bad?

🐶 When is Dog ‘Head Shaking’ Good or Bad?
Dogs have some brilliant moves…zoomies, tail twirls, the odd questionable couch dive...but what about the head shake?

Sometimes it’s totally normal, like a bug removal shimmy…other times it’s a neon sign saying, “Hey, something’s up.” Here’s how to tell the difference:

1. The good shake: classic clean-up
Water, dust, or a rogue leaf in the ear? Your dog’s go-to solution is a brisk head fling. It’s efficient, adorable, & totally fine…unless it turns into a full-time hobby.

2. The maybe-not-good shake
Repetitive shaking can hint at bigger issues. Ear infections, allergies, debris, or even ticks. If your pup’s ears start looking red, gunky, or suspiciously pillow-like, it’s vet time…& regularly checking your pup all-over for ticks is super important.

3. Not all shakes are created equal
“Shake offs” are emotional resets. Think of it as your dog’s version of exhaling after a weird social interaction. These full-body shimmies = chill, especially after car rides or awkward dog park politics with other pooches.

If your dog shakes their head once, it’s likely nothing. If they’re moonlighting as a non-stop bobblehead, it’s time to investigate.🧐🔎

🐾MORE HERE

🥗How to Master a Dog Food Nutrition Calculator.

If measuring your pup's dinner feels like an emotional guessing game (how much is “good dog” worth in calories?), don’t worry, dog nutrition calculators are here to save your sanity & your pooch’s waistline. Using one isn’t just handy, it’s one of the easiest ways to feed your dog with confidence & accuracy.

1. Start with solid data
You'll need your dog's weight, age, activity level, & food details. Be real…if your dog’s idea of cardio is chasing a treat three steps, don’t say “highly active.”

2. Enter & interpret with care
Plug that data into a good calculator, then check the food’s caloric content. Not all kibbles are created equal, & only “eyeballing” portions is how doggy muffin tops can happen. (Obesity is the number one health risk for dogs)

3. Monitor & tweak
Track weight changes, revisit the calculator every few months, & don’t forget treat math (no, half a biscuit isn’t “free”). Mix feeding types with thought, & always consult your vet for health-specific tweaks.

Used well, a nutrition calculator gives mealtime peace of mind turning them into something more precise than instinct or habit…it’s your handy tool for real dietary care.

📌 Check out these good, free dog nutrition calculators:

• Pet Nutrition Alliance Calculator

• Dog Food Advisor Calculator

• Animals Like Us Calculator

🐾MORE HERE

🤔PAWSE TO REMEMBER

Secure, Then Explore. Before heading out, check collars, harnesses, & leads for wear & tear. A loose buckle can turn a walk into a chase & that can be dangerous. Safety is stylish too.

👃🏻QUICK SNIFFS
More to Chew On.

• ⚖️Vital Dog Weight Balance…Study Links Breed & Environment To Canine Obesity.

• 📺TV Personality? This is how it decides which dogs like TV.

• 🍜Yummy!! Self cleaning dog bowl slams bacteria with a button push.

😮OH MY DOG
Houdini Dog Hypnotizes a Vegetable With…a Dance.

Let me just start by saying…when it comes to dog head shakes, this is very much a good one!😀…

Gorgeous Golden Retriever Otis shows us how he can mesmerize his prey better than the snake in the Jungle book…

That piece of broccoli didn’t stand a chance!😂

Enjoy!

🧐FACT or FLUFF??...Answer.  FACT

Yes, Dogs can catch “contagious yawning” just like us, so they may yawn when they see us yawn. This is thought to be linked to empathy & social connection.

We are here to please🐶…

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Keep yourself & your pups, happy & safe & see you next time!

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