Is Your Dog Ever Truly Relaxed?
Have you ever looked at your dog lying down and thought they were completely relaxed… only for them to leap up the moment they heard the tiniest sound?
Many dogs appear to be resting, but they’re never actually switching off.
They constantly scan the room, watch the windows, listen for every noise and follow every movement. They’re often described as “busy”, “intense” or “always on the go”.
But what if that isn’t their personality?
What if they’re simply living in a constant state of alertness?
In this week’s episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I explore hypervigilance, why some dogs never seem able to fully relax, what it tells us about their emotional wellbeing, and why constantly being “on duty” is mentally exhausting.
We’ll discuss why these dogs are so often misunderstood, how hypervigilance can affect everyday behaviour, and why helping a dog feel genuinely safe is one of the greatest gifts we can give them.
If you’ve ever wondered why your dog struggles to settle, always seems to be watching the world around them, or reacts to the smallest changes, this episode will help you see things from a completely different perspective.
🎧 Listen now on the Paws and Pawsitivity podcast, available on YouTube under @PTA_Dog.
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If you’re ready to level up your dog’s training, hit that play button and join me for this exciting episode of Paws and Pawsitivity! 🐾
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