"They hate it! It's not fair,"
"If possible, let a sleeping dog lie."
"If we can understand this reaction in human terms, why are we surprised when our dogs react the same way?"
"These behaviors are how dogs communicate their need for space, yet many people struggle to accept or respect those signals,"
Cuddling with dogs boosts human well-being, reduces stress, and lowers blood pressure. Dogs gain safety, security, and improved mood from close physical contact, which strengthens the human-dog bond. Many dogs dislike surprise contact, particularly when sleeping, playing with toys, or eating, and can become startled or agitated. Reactions include growling, snapping, scooting away, hiding, shivering, or giving a hard stare; some dogs simply continue sleeping without enjoying the surprise. Signals of discomfort communicate a need for space and often go unheeded. Physical conditions such as hip arthritis can make touch more painful and increase sensitivity.
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