DennasMom
Well-Known Member
So, am I the only on - and maybe Kristiana - that think petting your dog while they're eating is a bad idea?
Yes, you should be able to take anything away from your dog at any time, but growling at you petting him while he's eating could simply be a "hey, I'm EATING, please leave me alone right now" comment from the puppy. I would respect the dog and let them eat in peace.
Then, I would go get something REALLY yummy (ham, cheese, etc) and ask the dog to sit... and once they leave the food/bone/etc, and look to you - they get to share in the higher value item.
Then, I'd leave them alone with it, so they can enjoy it in peace.
Just MHO.
Yes, you should be able to take anything away from your dog at any time, but growling at you petting him while he's eating could simply be a "hey, I'm EATING, please leave me alone right now" comment from the puppy. I would respect the dog and let them eat in peace.
Then, I would go get something REALLY yummy (ham, cheese, etc) and ask the dog to sit... and once they leave the food/bone/etc, and look to you - they get to share in the higher value item.
Then, I'd leave them alone with it, so they can enjoy it in peace.
Just MHO.